Fill Dirt in Mount Vernon, TX

Many Mount Vernon customers get free delivery through Hello Gravel, but if a delivery fee applies it is commonly between $50 and $150 for a single truck within the local area. Final cost depends on supplier distance, truck type, and access conditions; large or long-haul deliveries may be higher.

In West Texas, fill dirt prices vary by source and volume. Expect roughly $10 to $30 per cubic yard (about $8 to $25 per ton) for standard, unamended fill dirt, with lower per-unit prices for larger contractor loads and higher prices for delivered, screened, or tested material.

To raise 1,000 sq ft by 2 inches you need about 6.2 cubic yards (roughly 7 to 9 tons depending on moisture and compaction). For 6 inches you need about 18.5 cubic yards, which is roughly 20 to 26 tons. These are estimates; final amounts can change based on local soil density and how much compaction you plan.

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order, and many local suppliers will deliver a single dump truck to a residential address. Typical tri-axle trucks that serve Mount Vernon carry roughly 10 to 15 tons of loose fill dirt, so single-truck deliveries are common but check truck size and minimums when ordering.

Fill dirt generally compacts well when placed in thin lifts and mechanically tamped, but local clay and limestone fragments can hold moisture and cause differential settlement if not properly compacted. For projects requiring structural stability, plan on compacting in 4 to 6 inch lifts with a plate or roller; additives like lime, sand, or crushed rock are sometimes recommended by contractors to improve drainage and stability for heavy loads.

Fill dirt is suitable for general grading and raising low areas, but it is not an ideal wearing surface for driveways. For driveways and building pads in Mount Vernon’s hot and sometimes wet climate, use fill dirt to build up grade and then cap with roadbase or crushed rock designed for traffic and drainage to prevent rutting and erosion.

Some local suppliers or contractor partners can provide compaction services or refer rental equipment, but these services are not guaranteed through every delivery. If you need compacting done, request it when ordering or plan to rent a plate compactor or hire a local contractor after delivery.

Mount Vernon and Franklin County may have local rules for driveway ties, driveway aprons, floodplain work, or major grading changes; HOAs can also set surface and setback standards. Check with the Town of Mount Vernon planning or public works and your HOA before starting large grading or driveway projects to confirm permit requirements and acceptable materials.

Plain fill dirt is useful for shaping grades but tends to be less permeable than engineered mixes, so it is not the best final material for drainage swales. For swales and erosion-prone slopes, combine fill dirt for shaping with a drain layer of gravel or sand, proper slope grading, and erosion controls such as mulching, seeding, or erosion blankets to keep runoff stable.

Hello Gravel sources material from trusted local suppliers in the West Texas region and Franklin County area to reflect local geology and reduce haul costs. Bulk discounts and contractor pricing are commonly available for larger orders; use our site to check availability in your zip code and request a contractor quote for volume pricing.

Use Hello Gravel’s website to enter your zip code, calculate the amount you need with our calculator, and select a delivery date; add order notes for access or spreading requests. Contact our team if you need help estimating quantities, requesting next-day delivery, or arranging special services like on-site spreading or equipment referrals.