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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Free local delivery via dump truck using our trusted supplier network.
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Why Knox City Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Knox City is a small but active community (city population: 970) inside a growing West Texas region (metro area population: 2.7+ million) that is seeing steady development with a 1.20% annual growth rate. The local climate—about 235 sunny days per year, 34.58 inches of annual rainfall, and a USDA hardiness zone of 8a—means homeowners face both intense sun and occasional heavy rains. That combination increases demand for dependable aggregates for grading, drainage, driveway base, and foundation backfill. Homeowners and contractors alike look for fill materials that compact well, resist washout during storms, and provide a stable base for landscaping and small construction projects in Knox Citys unique environment.Popular Projects in Knox City This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt25 tons
- House Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt60 tons
- Barn Pad Fill Dirt120 tons
- Septic Field Fill Dirt18 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt6 tons
Knox City Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 970
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.7+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.58 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 235/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8a
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.20% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Knox City Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Spring Moisture
- May–Sept: High Drying Risk
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Choose low-organic, well-graded fill dirt and compact in 6-inch lifts to reduce settling under Knox Citys 34.58 inches of annual rainfall. Order with the minimum order: 3 tons for small repairs or contact our team for a custom quantity estimate.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Knox City Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Knox City.
Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons for bulk materials. Delivery cost to Knox City depends on supplier location and truck distance; many orders in nearby areas may have free or low-cost delivery, but rural West Texas runs often carry an extra fee. Standard delivery takes 2+ business days and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee—get a zip-code quote for an exact price.
Hello Gravel works with a network of local suppliers and haulers who source fill dirt regionally for Knox City deliveries. Exact supplier names vary by zip code and inventory; use Hello Gravel's checkout or contact our team to see which local pits and contractors are available for your address. Regional sourcing means material texture and color may vary from listing photos.
West Texas heat and drought can make loose fill dirt dry, shrink, and develop cracks, while heavy storms can cause rapid erosion or washouts if the material is not compacted and protected. Proper compaction, grading to shed water, and temporary erosion control (straw, silt fence, or vegetation) are important for long-term stability. Plan deliveries outside of heavy rain windows when possible to avoid muddy truck access and inconsistent moisture content.
Fill dirt in Knox City is commonly used for grading low spots, raising yard elevations, backfilling foundations, and regrading around buildings. Screened, low-organic fill dirt is best for structural backfill and final grade because it settles less and contains fewer roots; for driveways or areas that need load-bearing capacity, use compactable base material like crusher run rather than standard fill dirt. If you plan to grow vegetation on the new grade, add topsoil or a topsoil blend on the final 4-6 inches.
A practical rule for West Texas fill dirt is that 1 cubic yard generally equals about 1.2 to 1.5 tons, depending on moisture and clay content, so 1 ton is roughly 0.7 to 0.85 cubic yards. Always add 10-20% extra for compaction and settling when ordering for fills or backfill. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or contact our team with project dimensions for a tailored estimate.
Permitting depends on project type and volume: small landscape fills usually need no permit, but large earthwork, regrading, work near floodplains, or fills that affect drainage often require county or city permits and inspections. Check with the Knox County or Knox City building and planning office before starting major fills to confirm local setback, drainage, and erosion control rules. When in doubt, contact Hello Gravel's sales team for guidance and to recommend local permitting contacts.
Most bulk-haul suppliers deliver fill dirt by dump truck and may offer limited tailgate spreading at the driver's discretion, but full compaction and machine grading are usually separate services. For structural fills or driveways in Knox City, hire a local contractor with compactors or rollers to place fill in lifts (4-6 inches) and compact each lift for reliable results. Ask at checkout if your Hello Gravel driver can perform light spreading, but plan to schedule professional compaction if your project requires engineered stability.
Screened fill dirt is typically less expensive and intended for grading and backfill, but it does not compact or drain as well as crusher run or limestone screenings. Crusher run is a blended angular material that compacts tightly and is better for driveways and load-bearing bases, though it costs more than plain fill dirt. For a durable residential driveway in West Texas, use crusher run or base rock topped with a surface stone rather than relying on fill dirt as the structural layer.
When properly placed, compacted, and protected from poor drainage, fill dirt under lawns and non-traffic areas can be stable for many years with minimal maintenance. Areas that receive vehicle traffic will rut and erode if fill dirt is used as the surface; those areas need a compacted base and surface rock to be durable. After installation, monitor slopes and drainage after heavy storms and add vegetation or erosion control where needed to reduce washouts.
Yes—if the source is unknown, request 'clean' or screened fill and consider testing, especially if the material will be used in gardens, near wells, or under homes. Common concerns in West Texas include organic debris, excess salts, gypsum, or expansive clays that can affect plant growth and foundation stability. Ask Hello Gravel for source information and, when necessary, collect a sample for lab testing to check pH, salinity, and contaminants before placing large volumes.
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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