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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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 Cotulla Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Cotulla is a small but active West Texas community with a city population of 3,740 and ties into a larger metro area of 2.7+ million. With steady growth at 0.28% annually and a semi-arid climate that averages 223 sunny days a year and 21.16 inches of rain, local homeowners and contractors face specific site-preparation needs. Hardiness zone 9a and the region's soils influence landscaping and construction choices, from building low-maintenance yards to grading for drainage. That steady, modest development means more projects that require reliable bulk materials — leveling driveways, raising building pads, filling low spots, and preparing foundations — so quality, well-compacted fill is in demand to prevent settling and erosion after seasonal rains.Popular Projects in Cotulla This Season
- Home Pad Fill Dirt80 tons
- Driveway Subgrade Fill Dirt60 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt20 tons
- Lot Grade Fill Dirt40 tons
- Garage Backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
Cotulla Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 3,740
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.7+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 21.16 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 223/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 9a
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.28% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Cotulla Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Moisture
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Cool Damp Soils
Summer Tip: Use fill dirt in 6–12 inch lifts and compact each layer to reduce settling; in Cotulla’s semi-arid climate with 21.16 inches of annual rainfall, add surface drainage to protect new fills from washout.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Cotulla Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Cotulla.
Prices vary by supplier and season, but orders are quoted by ton and depend on local availability in the Cotulla area. Hello Gravel shows upfront per-ton pricing at checkout, requires a minimum order of 3 tons, and delivers by dump truck with standard delivery in 2+ business days (next-day available before noon CST for a fee).
Homeowners in Cotulla typically use fill dirt for grading low spots, raising lawn or yard areas, backfilling around foundations, and building up pads for sheds or garages. It is also used for preparing septic or RV pads when compacted properly, though larger building pads may need engineered fill.
Fill dirt alone is not recommended as a driving surface because it compacts irregularly and erodes in rainfall; for driveways you should place a compacted road base or crusher run over properly compacted fill. Use fill dirt only to bring the grade to the correct level, then cap with a structural base material and a surface layer suited to local traffic and drainage.
Cotulla’s hot, dry climate and local clay or caliche layers can cause shrink-swell and poor drainage if not managed. Choose low-organic fill dirt, compact it in lifts, and address surface drainage to reduce cracking, settlement, and erosion under West Texas conditions.
Convert the area and depth to cubic yards (length x width x depth in feet ÷ 27), then multiply by a weight estimate to get tons. For Cotulla fill dirt, use an estimated 1.1 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and compaction; add 10-20% extra for settlement and spreading.
Fill dirt is commonly used for septic backfill and to build a level septic pad, but it must be free of organic matter and compacted properly in lifts to meet local code. For systems with engineered requirements or high water table concerns, check Real County and local health department rules or consult a professional.
Fill dirt should be placed in thin lifts (4-8 inches) and mechanically compacted to reduce future settlement; hand-placed or uncompacted dirt will settle more in Cotulla’s climate. Expect some final settling over months, and plan to topdress or add more material if needed after the first wet season.
Fill dirt is best for volume and grade build-up but lacks the structural interlock of road base or crusher run, which are better for driveways and structural support. Sand drains well but can shift under load, so in Cotulla you’ll often use fill dirt for bulk fill, road base for structural layers, and crusher run as a compactable surface.
Yes, caliche or hardpan is common in South and West Texas and may appear as a hard, cemented layer when excavating. Caliche can affect drainage, compaction, and the need for heavier equipment to break it up, so mention it when ordering and be prepared to pay for additional site prep if present.
Provide clear, level access and a stable turnout for tri-axle trucks; mark the desired dump spot and remove obstacles like low-hanging branches or vehicles. If you want tailgate spreading, request it at checkout and note that drivers will perform it only if safe and feasible.
Because suppliers are regionally sourced, color and texture can vary across Cotulla and West Texas; photos are only representative. If color or specific composition matters, add notes at checkout and contact our team for guidance before ordering.
Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible; we will try to accommodate modifications before the order is processed or dispatched. For issues after delivery, reach out to customer service promptly and we will work to resolve the problem in line with our policies.
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.
Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!
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.
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