Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Fill Dirt: Dry-Ready Soil For Grading • Next-Day Fill Dirt Delivered Across Aurora
Fill Dirt
Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Why Aurora Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Aurora, West Texas, is a growing city with a city population of 386,261 and a metro area population of 3.0+ million. That steady expansion — a growth rate of 1.50% annually — is driving demand for new homes, yard regrading, and infrastructure updates across the region. Aurora’s semi-arid climate, with 245 sunny days per year and just 15.00 inches of annual rainfall, plus a hardiness zone of 5b, means landscaping and construction often prioritize drainage, soil stability, and drought-tolerant plantings. Homeowners and contractors turn to reliable aggregates because proper fill and grading prevent settling, protect foundations, and keep yards usable after heavy storms or irrigation. Fill dirt is a basic, structural material made up mostly of subsoil with low organic content, and it’s commonly used for raising grade, backfilling foundations, building pads, and filling low spots. In Aurora’s dry climate, well-graded, compactable fill dirt reduces future settling and helps create consistent slopes for runoff given the limited 15.00 inches of annual rain. Hello Gravel connects Aurora homeowners to local suppliers and haulers so you get regionally sourced fill dirt, scheduled delivery, clear pricing, and guidance on quantities — making it easier to get the right material to the right spot without surprise delays.Popular Projects in Aurora This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt20 tons
- Lot Grading Fill Dirt120 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt30 tons
- Raised Garden Fill Dirt6 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt45 tons
Aurora Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 386,261
- 🏡 Metro Area: 3.0+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 15.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 245/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 5b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.50% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Aurora Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Optimal Spring Moisture
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Freeze Risk
Summer Tip: Choose compactable, low-organic fill dirt for structural work in Aurora and place it in 6-inch lifts, compacting each layer; keep a slight slope for drainage away from foundations.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Aurora Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Aurora.
Delivery pricing for fill dirt in Aurora depends on supplier distance and truck access; Hello Gravel displays local rates at checkout. Standard delivery usually requires 2+ business days, and next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Minimum orders start at 3 tons, and any tailgate spreading is at the driver's discretion.
Suppliers in West Texas may price fill dirt by the ton or by the cubic yard; Hello Gravel will show whether a listing is per ton or per cubic yard during checkout. Use this quick formula: cubic yards = (square feet x depth in inches) / 324. As a rule of thumb, 1 cubic yard of loose fill dirt is about 1.2 to 1.6 tons (use 1.3 tons/yd3 as a working estimate).
Example calculations: to raise 500 sq ft by 1 inch you need about 1.5 cubic yards (≈2.0 tons); 1,000 sq ft by 2 inches needs about 6.2 cubic yards (≈8.1 tons); 2,000 sq ft by 6 inches needs about 37.0 cubic yards (≈48.0 tons). Use the formula (sq ft x inches)/324 to get cubic yards and multiply by your chosen tons/yd3 estimate to convert to tons.
Screened fill dirt has rocks, roots, and large clods removed, producing a finer, more compactable material; unscreened fill dirt is cheaper but contains larger debris and stones. Availability varies among West Texas suppliers; Hello Gravel connects you to local listings where you can filter or ask suppliers for screened material and note preferences at checkout.
In Aurora's clay-prone soils and hot, dry climate, pure fill dirt tends to compact well but can hold water and become plastic when wet, reducing drainage. For areas needing good drainage or load-bearing (driveways, pads) consider mixing in sand or using a layer of crushed stone or roadbase to improve drainage and stability. Compact fill in thin lifts and consider moisture conditioning before compaction to get better results.
Fill dirt alone is not recommended as a finished driveway surface because it compacts but does not provide durable wear resistance; it can be used as a base or to level. For a lasting driveway, place compacted fill dirt as needed, then top with roadbase or crushed limestone and a wearing surface. Expect periodic maintenance such as regrading and adding material after settling, especially after heavy rains.
Regulations vary; check Aurora town offices, your county permitting department, and any HOA rules before major grading or driveway changes. Some localities require permits for new driveways, curb cuts, or large-scale grading that affects drainage. If in doubt, contact Hello Gravel or local permitting offices early so you can plan delivery and installation around any requirements.
Fill dirt is best for leveling and raising grade but performs poorly as a top wearing surface because it can rut and erode. Crushed limestone or roadbase is engineered for load-bearing and drainage and should be used as the structural layer under driveways and pads. In Aurora's climate, combine compacted fill dirt for subgrade with a crushed stone base for strength and better drainage.
Aurora's hot, dry summers make overly dry soil difficult to compact properly without moisture conditioning; plan work in the cooler months or after moderate moisture to aid compaction. Heavy rain events increase settlement and make spreading messy, so avoid deliveries immediately before forecast storms. There is less freeze-thaw in this region than in northern climates, but schedule work to avoid the wettest periods for best results.
DIY is common for small leveling jobs and garden beds, especially if you can handle spreading and light compaction with rented equipment. Hire a contractor when you need extensive grading, engineered compaction, drainage work, or when heavy equipment and permits are required. Contractors also save time for larger deliveries and ensure proper compaction in layers for long-term stability.
Compact fill dirt in 4- to 6-inch lifts using a plate compactor or roller, and make sure each lift is properly compacted before adding more material. Lightly moisten very dry fill to help particles bind during compaction, but avoid working with overly saturated soil. If a structural base is needed, follow compaction specs from your contractor or local code for required density.
Enter your Aurora zip code to see local supplier listings, note whether listings are priced by ton or cubic yard, and add screening or rock-free preferences in Order Notes. Keep the 3-ton minimum in mind, request a curbside drop location with clear access notes, and ask about tailgate spreading if you want the driver to consider it; spreading is available at the driver's discretion.
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!
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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.
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