Fill Dirt in Upshur County, TX

Delivered fill-dirt prices in Upshur County commonly fall in the range of about $10 to $30 per ton, depending on screening, quality, and haul distance. Hello Gravel minimum order is 3 tons and most deliveries come by tri-axle dump truck; next-day delivery or special placement can add fees. For an exact price for your address, check your zip code on our site or contact our team for a local quote.

A good rule of thumb for fill-dirt in Upshur County is about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard, with 1.3 tons/yd3 as a simple estimate. Moisture content and compaction change the number, so for precise ordering measure the area and depth and then multiply by that conversion. If you use our material calculator it will convert cubic yards to tons for you.

On heavy East Texas clay, select granular fills (sand or sandy gravel) or a blended sand-gravel fill perform better than more clay-rich dirt because they improve drainage and reduce long-term shrink-swell. For structural fills or building pads, contractors often specify compactible, low-plasticity fills or bring in crushed rock as a base before placing fill-dirt. Discuss soil conditions with a contractor or engineer if you plan greater than a few inches of raise or if you have structures nearby.

For structural or load-bearing fills, contractors typically aim for about 90% to 95% relative compaction (standard Proctor). Compaction cost depends on equipment and scope; expect contractor rates of roughly $75 to $150 per hour for roller or skid-steer work with an operator, and the compaction portion commonly adds several hundred to a few thousand dollars to a job depending on size. Ask contractors for a written spec (target compaction and lift thickness) and an itemized price so you can compare bids.

Permitting requirements vary by location and project scope; small yard raises are often exempt, but large fills, changes to drainage, work in a floodplain, or projects on commercial property commonly require permits. If you are inside Gilmer city limits contact the City of Gilmer building or planning department; for unincorporated Upshur County contact the county office and check floodplain maps. When in doubt, call us and we can point you toward local permitting resources before you order.

Screened fill-dirt is commonly available around Gilmer and much of Upshur County; washed fill-dirt is less common and may be limited to larger suppliers or require a longer haul. Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers and can show screened- and specialty options for your zip code. If you need washed or engineered fill, request that in Order Notes and our team will confirm availability and pricing.

Plain fill-dirt that contains silt and clay can hold water and contribute to slow drainage, which is a concern in East Texas where heavy rain events are common. For drainage and erosion control use free-draining granular fill, proper slope (typically 2% or more away from structures), swales, and vegetation or riprap at concentrated flow points. Combining good grading, compaction, and surface protections will reduce erosion risk after delivery.

Contractor rates vary with equipment, access, and job size; small dozer or skid-steer with operator commonly runs about $75 to $150 per hour in rural Upshur County. For straightforward spreading and light grading contractors may quote a per-ton or per-cubic-yard rate in the range of about $3 to $10 per ton for small jobs, while flat-rate jobs under 100 tons often land between $300 and $1,200. Always get multiple written quotes and confirm whether the price includes fine grading, compaction, and clean-up.

Before delivery mark property lines and any underground utilities, clear a truck-accessible path, and pick a stable drop location that minimizes truck backing and yard damage. Schedule delivery on a dry day if possible, request tailgate spreading in Order Notes (driver discretion applies), and confirm the delivery window; Hello Gravel requires 2+ business days for standard delivery and offers next-day options for orders placed before noon CST. If you have drainage or permit questions, contact our team and your local county office before delivery.