Fill Dirt in Waters, TX

Costs vary by supplier, distance, and truck size. In the Texas Region, screened fill dirt typically ranges roughly $12–$30 per cubic yard ($8–$20 per ton); multiply that by the truck capacity and add any delivery fee. For example, a tri-axle (10–14 yd3) load of material only would commonly fall in the mid-hundreds; final price is best confirmed with a quote for your Waters address.

Local prices depend on screening, season, and haul distance, but screened fill dirt in the Texas Region commonly runs about $12–$30 per cubic yard and about $8–$20 per ton. These are estimates; request a tailored quote on the Hello Gravel site to see current pricing for Waters zip codes and any delivery fees.

Truck sizes vary: a common tri-axle dump holds about 10–14 cubic yards loose, while a single-axle/small dump truck holds about 6–8 cubic yards. Fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2–1.4 tons per cubic yard, so a tri-axle load is roughly 12–20 tons and a small dump about 7–11 tons, depending on moisture and soil type.

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet and covers approximately 162 ft2 at 2 inches, 108 ft2 at 3 inches, 81 ft2 at 4 inches, and 54 ft2 at 6 inches. One ton of fill dirt is roughly 0.77 cubic yards, so it will cover about 125 ft2 at 2 inches, 83 ft2 at 3 inches, 62 ft2 at 4 inches, and 42 ft2 at 6 inches (approximate, depending on compaction).

One ton of fill dirt is about 0.77 cubic yards, so it usually fits volume-wise in a standard pickup bed. However, truck payload limits vary (often 1,500–3,000 lb), so weight may be an issue for smaller trucks. For convenience, safer handling, and precise placement, many Waters customers prefer ordering a small dump load instead of loading a personal pickup.

Yes—screened fill dirt is generally cheaper than screened topsoil because it lacks organic material and fines that topsoil contains. Screened fill dirt is commonly used for grading, building up low spots, and under patios or driveways, but it is not ideal for planting lawns or gardens since it does not support plant growth as topsoil does. Specify screened fill dirt for grading when ordering and note any compaction or screening needs in your order notes.

For pure fill and leveling, fill dirt is usually the least expensive per yard because it is basic subgrade material. Crushed rock or gravel costs more but provides better drainage and bearing capacity, so they are a better long-term choice for driveways or paths. Choose fill dirt for inexpensive elevation adjustments and crushed material where surface stability and drainage matter; request quotes to compare delivered costs to your Waters address.

Big-box retailers sometimes arrange bulk deliveries or offer trucked materials through local suppliers, but availability, minimums, and fees vary by store and zip code. Their per-yard prices and delivery charges can be higher than local aggregate suppliers, and they often sell in bags rather than bulk. For transparent pricing, local sourcing, and a minimum order that matches typical yard projects (Hello Gravel minimum is 3 tons), compare quotes from Hello Gravel and your local store.

Fill dirt can be used as a compacted subgrade to raise and level the area beneath a driveway, but it should be properly compacted and free of organic debris. For the driving surface, crushed rock or stabilized gravel performs much better than fill dirt because it provides drainage and a stable wearing layer. For Waters driveways, use fill dirt only for subgrade buildup and top with a suitable crushed rock or stabilized gravel surface for longevity.

Mixing general fill dirt with cement is not recommended because fill dirt often contains fines and organic material that weaken the mix and lead to cracking. If you need a low-cost base, use well-compacted fill dirt as the subbase and then use clean aggregate or an engineered gravel base for any cement or paving application. For structural slabs or finished surfaces in Waters, follow proper concrete mix designs and use clean aggregates rather than ordinary fill dirt.