Fill Dirt in Nixa, MO

Fill-dirt is a basic, often inexpensive soil material used to raise grade, fill low spots, or build a compacted base. In Nixa and West Missouri it commonly reflects local geology, so texture, clay content, and color can vary by supplier; expect regional variations and small amounts of organic material unless you request screened/clean fill. If you need a specific texture or low organic content, note that in Order Notes or ask our team for screened fill options.

You can calculate by area and volume, then convert to tons. For a 20 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway (200 sq ft): 2" ≈ 1.5 tons, 3" ≈ 2.3 tons, 4" ≈ 3.0 tons (estimates assume about 1.2 tons per cubic yard and normal compaction). If your driveway width is different, use this method: area (ft2) × depth (ft) ÷ 27 = cubic yards, then multiply by your supplier's tons/yd3 estimate; always round up for compaction and driveway settling.

Fill-dirt can work to raise grade or build a compacted base, but it is not recommended as a long-term finished driving surface. In Nixa's climate and with vehicle traffic, fill-dirt alone will rut, track, and wash out; a crushed stone base and a gravel or crushed-stone topcoat provide much better durability and drainage. If you want a low-cost temporary surface, seal or stabilize the top and plan to add a proper topcoat later.

Fill-dirt is commonly used in Nixa to build grade and correct drainage, but freeze-thaw cycles in southwest Missouri mean you should use well-draining, compacted fill and avoid high-organic mixes. Poorly draining or organic-rich fill can heave or settle with seasonal freezes; add a compacted stone layer or geotextile separation over soft subgrade to reduce movement. Proper compaction and good drainage are the most important steps for local freeze-thaw resilience.

Delivered bulk fill-dirt in West Missouri commonly ranges roughly $10 to $30 per ton depending on supplier, trucking, and distance; Hello Gravel's local supplier pricing and delivery options may fall inside that range. For a small 20'×10' driveway as a DIY project, material and delivery could be under a few hundred dollars, but contractor-installed driveways (grading, base, compaction, and topcoat) typically run higher—often in the low thousands—depending on prep and materials chosen. Contact our team for a zip-code specific quote and to see local supplier pricing.

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order and delivers by dump truck (typically tri-axle) with standard delivery in 2+ business days and next-day available before noon CST for an extra fee. Deliveries depend on site access; drivers may provide tailgate spreading at their discretion but it is not guaranteed, so request it at checkout if desired. Note access limits (narrow drives, low-hanging wires, or soft ground) can affect placement and may require additional coordination or smaller trucks.

Contractors convert area to cubic yards then to tons: area (ft2) × depth (ft) ÷ 27 = cubic yards, then multiply by the tons per cubic yard for the material. As a quick rule of thumb for typical fill-dirt (using about 1.2 tons/yd3): 1 ton covers roughly 130 sq ft at 2", 88 sq ft at 3", and 67 sq ft at 4". Always order a bit extra (10%–15%) to allow for compaction, grading loss, and uneven areas.

Remove organic topsoil and soft spots, create a uniform subgrade, and place fill in 4"–6" lifts, compacting each layer with a plate compactor or roller. For Nixa's local soils, stabilizing with a compacted crushed-stone layer or using geotextile fabric over soft subgrade reduces future settling and improves drainage. Finish with a properly graded crown and install a stone base and topcoat for traffic-bearing surfaces.

City permit requirements and HOA rules vary; many Nixa projects that merely resurface a driveway do not need a building permit, but changes to drainage, curb cuts, or right-of-way work often require approval. Check the City of Nixa permitting office and any local HOA covenants before starting work, and document any required approvals before ordering materials. If in doubt, contact Hello Gravel and we can advise on common local considerations or point you to local authorities.

Ask for clean, non-organic, well-graded fill with low fines if you plan it as a compacted base; avoid high-organic topsoil mixes for structural fill. For a long-lasting driveway, use fill-dirt to raise grade and then install a compacted road base (crushed stone) and a crushed-stone topcoat; consider geotextile fabric over soft spots to separate fill from base. Include these preferences in your Order Notes and request supplier confirmation if the distinction matters for your project.

In Order Notes, specify project type (driveway base), desired depth, preferred drop location, any access limitations (gates, low branches, narrow lanes), and whether you want tailgate spreading requested. Provide your best contact phone for the driver and note if you need screened/clean fill or a low-organic mix; this helps suppliers match material and plan the delivery for Nixa conditions.

As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.

Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.

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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.

Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!

We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.

The minimum order size is 3 tons.

Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!

No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.

We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!

Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/

Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.

Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.

We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.