Fill Dirt in Milford, TX

Prices vary with source, screening, and haul distance. In West Texas you can typically expect basic unscreened fill dirt to range roughly $8 to $30 per ton (about $10 to $40 per cubic yard), with delivery often quoted as a flat truck fee ($150 to $450) or a small per-ton delivery charge; actual pricing depends on your zip code and local supplier. For an exact total, use Hello Gravel to check your zip code and get a delivered quote.

Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers serving Milford, TX, so the easiest step is to enter your zip code or request a quote on our site. If you need spreading, request it at checkout and ask the supplier about tailgate spreading; many local contractors also offer paid spreading and grading if the driver cannot perform it.

For raising grade and general backfill, choose low-organic, compactable fill (often a sandy-clay mix or screened fill) rather than topsoil. For driveways and ranch roads, contractors typically place a compactable fill as subgrade then add crusher run or road base on top, because those aggregates handle traffic and drainage better than plain fill dirt.

Use this formula: cubic yards = (area in square feet * depth in inches) / 324. Then convert to tons using a local factor (common West Texas practice is about 1.1 to 1.3 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and soil type); for example, raising 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches is about 18.5 cubic yards or roughly 20 to 24 tons.

Fill dirt that is low in organic matter and mixed with some fines compacts well when placed in thin lifts and properly moistened, but pure clay can shrink and create runoff while very sandy mixes may not bind. On slopes, fill is prone to erosion unless stabilized with terraces, geotextile, mulch, or vegetation; proper compaction in layers is essential to control settlement and improve drainage.

Choose fill dirt when your main goal is raising grade, building berms, or backfilling foundations and trenches. For any traffic-bearing surface (driveways, ranch roads, parking areas), contractors usually prefer crusher run, road base, or class 2 aggregate because those materials compact to a stable, draining surface suited for vehicles.

Minimum orders start at 3 tons and deliveries are typically made by contracted dump trucks (often tri-axle). Standard delivery requires 2+ business days; next-day delivery is sometimes available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee, and tailgate spreading can be requested but is performed at the driver's discretion.

Natural materials vary by region, so appearance and texture may differ from photos; however, inspect your delivery for excessive organic material, large debris, or an incorrect product. Contact Hello Gravel customer service promptly with photos and your order details so we can work with the supplier to resolve the issue according to our policies.

Spread fill dirt in shallow lifts (generally 4 to 6 inches) and compact each lift with a plate compactor or roller to reduce future settlement. Keep material slightly moist if it is very dry, avoid putting fill against living tree trunks, and consider hiring a local contractor for large volumes or sloped sites to ensure proper grading and erosion control.