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 Murphy Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Murphy, West Texas, is a growing community with a population of 1.0+ million and is part of a metro area housing 2.5+ million residents. The region's steady expansion—a growth rate of 0.70% annually—drives consistent demand for residential grading, site prep, and yard renovations. With a sunny-day average of 228 per year and hardiness zone 8b, outdoor projects are active most of the year, and material choices must stand up to strong sun and occasional heavy rain. Homeowners and contractors increasingly look for reliable, locally sourced aggregates to simplify project timelines and reduce rework caused by settling or erosion. Fill Dirt is a practical, cost-effective material for many of those local needs. In Murphy's climate—with annual rainfall of 34.25 inches—properly selected and compacted fill dirt helps raise low spots, support foundations and slabs, backfill trenches, and create stable grade transitions that resist washouts. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers who understand West Texas soils, offers clear online pricing and delivery scheduling, and coordinates dump-truck delivery so you get the right quantity and regional material characteristics for a successful project.Popular Projects in Murphy This Season
- Yard Grade Fill Dirt15 tons
- Shed Pad Fill Dirt8 tons
- Raised Bed Fill Dirt6 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt60 tons
- Driveway Approach Fill Dirt30 tons
Murphy Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 1.0+ million
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Murphy Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Optimal Moisture
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Cool Wet Risk
Summer Tip: Use fill dirt in 6-inch lifts and compact each layer to reduce future settling; with Murphy's 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, proper compaction and drainage planning are crucial.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Murphy Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Murphy.
Prices vary with source, moisture content, and delivery distance, but delivered fill dirt in the Murphy area typically ranges from about $8 to $25 per ton (roughly $10 to $30 per cubic yard). Hello Gravel shows exact pricing for your zip code during checkout and the final quote will reflect local supplier rates, minimums, and any delivery fees. For an accurate number, check your zip code on Hello Gravel or request a quote.
Hello Gravel works with local suppliers and contracted haulers that serve Murphy, TX, and most orders have a 3-ton minimum (our platform minimum). Delivery is free in many areas but may incur a fee depending on distance and access; typical extra delivery charges in the region can run from about $50 to $150. Exact suppliers, minimums, and fees are shown at checkout after you enter your zip code and delivery details.
For general yard grading and building up low spots, select clean fill dirt with low organic content and enough fines to compact well. For areas that will bear traffic (driveways), use fill dirt only as mass fill and finish with a structural base like crushed stone or caliche; fill dirt alone does not provide a durable driving surface. If you need structural backfill for foundations or retaining walls, ask for engineered or approved structural fill and consult a geotechnical engineer.
Use the formula: cubic yards = (square feet * depth in feet) / 27. For 100 sq ft: 2" (0.167 ft) = 0.62 cu yd (≈0.75 tons at ~1.2 tons/yd3), 4" = 1.23 cu yd (≈1.48 tons), and 6" = 1.85 cu yd (≈2.22 tons). These are estimates — actual tons per cubic yard vary with moisture and compaction, so order a little extra (5-10%) for settling and compaction.
Typical local rates vary by contractor and job size: mini-excavator or skid-steer with operator is commonly $100 to $300 per hour, and compactors (plate or roller) rental or operator rates range from $60 to $200 per day or more with operator. Many homeowners pay a flat small-job fee (a few hundred to a couple thousand dollars) for spreading and compacting depending on volume and site conditions. Ask local landscapers or equipment rental companies for itemized estimates, and remember Hello Gravel delivers material but does not provide spreading guarantees.
Fill dirt is primarily fine-grained and compacts well, so by itself it does not drain as quickly as gravel and can increase surface runoff if not graded properly. For good drainage, grade slopes away from structures, add a drainage layer of coarse gravel where needed, and use vegetation or erosion-control mats on exposed slopes. Murphy has hot summers and occasional freezes, so proper compaction and surface protection reduce erosion and movement over time.
Fill dirt is fine for bulk filling and rough grading, but crushed limestone, caliche, or recycled concrete are better choices for a driveway base and surface because they compact into a stable, load-bearing layer. Consider using fill dirt to raise grade or fill voids, then cap with 4"–6" of crushed stone or recycled concrete for a durable driveway. If you want a long-lasting driving surface, opt for a proper structural base rather than fill dirt alone.
Rules vary: the City of Murphy and local homeowners associations may have regulations about driveway aprons, changes to drainage, cut-and-fill on lots, and retaining walls. Before large deliveries or grade changes, contact the City of Murphy permitting office and your HOA to confirm permit needs, setback rules, and stormwater requirements. Hello Gravel can help schedule delivery, but you are responsible for verifying local permits and HOA rules.
Compacted fill dirt used for grading can last years if properly compacted, graded, and protected with vegetation or a surface material like crushed stone; however, bare fill dirt can settle, erode, and rut with traffic. Expect occasional spot regrading, adding material, or topping with stone every few seasons, especially after heavy rains. For driveways, topping with crushed stone and periodic regrading extends life and reduces maintenance.
Yes — many residential lots around Murphy have clay-rich subsoils that expand, shrink, and hold water, so you should remove organic topsoil and unstable material before placing compacted fill. For structural work (foundations, slabs, retaining walls), use engineered fill and get a soils report from a geotechnical engineer to determine proper compaction and any required undercut or moisture conditioning. For non-structural grading, scarify existing soil, compact in lifts, and consider a geotextile or drainage layer where needed.
Enter your zip code on Hello Gravel, choose 'Fill Dirt,' set the quantity (minimum 3 tons) and preferred delivery date, and add any notes about drop location or access. We will match you with local suppliers and show delivery fees, next-day options if available, and estimated arrival; request tailgate spreading at checkout but note the driver will only spread at their discretion. If you need help calculating quantities or choosing a product, contact Hello Gravel support or text our team for guidance.
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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