Fill Dirt in Kilgore, TX

Delivery cost varies by distance, truck type, and quantity; expect a typical local delivery range of $75 to $250 for a single tri-axle dump truck drop within the Kilgore area. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order and often includes free or low-cost delivery depending on supplier and exact zip code—get a quote in checkout to see the price for your address. Heavy hauling farther from the supplier or next-day requests will raise costs.

Hot, dry conditions in West Texas can cause loose fill dirt to dry out, shrink, and erode if not compacted and protected by vegetation or surfacing. For driveways, untreated fill dirt can rut and wash away during storms, so top layers of road base or crushed stone and proper grading are recommended. Regular maintenance after extreme heat or drought seasons helps keep fills stable.

For structural support under a driveway, use engineered fill or road base rather than loose fill dirt; if using fill dirt, place it in 4- to 8-inch lifts and compact each lift to about 90–95% of standard Proctor density. Fill dirt is typically higher in fines and not ideal as a surface layer—finish with a compactable base (crusher fines or road base) and compact it to 95% of standard Proctor for driveway subgrades. If your project requires permits or structural loads, get a geotechnical or civil engineer recommendation.

Approximate quantities for 100 square feet: 2 inches deep = 0.62 cubic yards (about 0.8 tons). 4 inches deep = 1.23 cubic yards (about 1.6 tons). 6 inches deep = 1.85 cubic yards (about 2.4 tons). 12 inches deep = 3.70 cubic yards (about 4.8 tons). These use a common conversion of ~1.3 tons per cubic yard for fill dirt; order a bit extra to allow for compaction and settling.

Local rules can vary; Kilgore and Gregg County commonly require permits for changes to lot grading, driveways that affect right-of-way, or projects that alter drainage. Homeowners should check Kilgore city permitting and public works or contact the county before major grading to avoid erosion or stormwater violations. If you have an HOA, review its covenants for material and grading requirements as well.

Common alternatives include crushed stone or crusher fines (better drainage and compaction for driveways), road base (engineered for load-bearing), and topsoil (for planting). Crushed stone or road base costs more than raw fill dirt but provides superior support and reduces maintenance, while topsoil is used only where planting is intended. Choose based on project: use topsoil for landscaping, road base or crushed stone for driveways, and fill dirt for bulk grade raise where structural strength is not required.

Prevent erosion by installing proper grading and drainage features, such as swales, French drains, or gravel shoulders, and regrade low spots after heavy rain. Add a wearing layer like crusher fines or crushed stone on areas with vehicle traffic, and top up low spots annually where settling occurs. Vegetation or mulch on landscaped slopes helps hold fill in place in hot, dry seasons.

Use Hello Gravel to check your zip code and get quotes from local suppliers and haulers that deliver to Kilgore; our platform shows available materials and delivery options. For compaction and grading services, search local contractors or ask suppliers for recommended landscapers or earthwork crews—many haulers also partner with local equipment operators. Call our team at 855-241-8884 or text 844-407-3734 if you need help matching suppliers or getting a delivery date.