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 Rice Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Rice, West Texas, is a small but growing community of 3,330 residents experiencing steady demand for home and infrastructure work as the area expands at about 1.08% annually. The local semi-arid geography—with 232 sunny days and 38.86 inches of rain each year and a USDA hardiness zone of 8a—creates particular needs for grading, drainage, and erosion control. Homeowners and contractors in Rice often need reliable material for raising low spots, backfilling around foundations and utilities, and preparing stable subgrades for driveways and patios. That steady local construction activity makes quality, well-graded aggregates essential to prevent settling, reduce runoff, and protect landscaping investments over time.Popular Projects in Rice This Season
- Yard Leveling Fill Dirt12 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt25 tons
- House Pad Fill Dirt65 tons
- Retaining Berm Fill Dirt30 tons
- Raised Garden Fill Dirt8 tons
Rice Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 3,330
- 🏡 Metro Area: 7.9+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 38.86 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 232/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8a
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.08% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Rice Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Optimal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: High Drying Risk
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: For Rice conditions, place Fill Dirt in 6-inch lifts and compact each layer to limit settling after the 38.86 inches of annual rain and 232 sunny days.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Rice Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Rice.
Fill dirt is subsoil used to raise or level ground; it is mainly fine particles like clay, silt, and sand and usually contains little to no rock. Gravel is crushed rock used for drainage and structural bases. In Rice, TX, fill dirt often reflects local caliche or clay content, so it is chosen for grading and backfill rather than surface finishes.
Generally, fill dirt is cheaper than gravel because it is less processed and often locally available. Prices vary by supplier, distance from source, and quality; Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and can provide a local quote for Rice to show current rates. Keep in mind delivery, access, and any spreading services affect final cost.
Fill dirt is not a drainage material and will not perform well where water needs to move away; use clean gravel or crushed stone for drainage applications. For French drains or dry wells in Rice, put gravel for drainage and use fill dirt only as non-draining backfill where needed.
One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet. To estimate coverage, divide the total cubic feet needed by 27; for example, to raise 1,000 sq ft by 1 inch you need about 3.1 cubic yards, and raising that same area by 4 inches needs about 12.3 cubic yards. Always add 5-10% extra for settling and compaction.
A typical tri-axle dump truck used in our network carries about 10-12 cubic yards of loose fill dirt, which depending on moisture and material can weigh roughly 12-16 tons. Exact capacity varies by truck and material density, so Hello Gravel will confirm truck type and estimated load weight when you request delivery to Rice.
Decide how many inches you want to raise the area, convert inches to feet, multiply by area to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 for cubic yards. Get a per-cubic-yard price from Hello Gravel for Rice-specific delivery; example: 1,000 sq ft raised 3 inches requires about 9.3 cubic yards. Contact us for a precise quote including delivery and any fees.
You should not place gravel directly over loose, uncompacted fill dirt because it will settle and rut over time. In Rice, compact the fill dirt in lifts with mechanical compaction, or install a compacted crushed-stone base before placing finished gravel to ensure a stable surface. If you need help, request tailgate spreading at checkout and ask the driver to assess base condition on arrival (no guarantees).
Fill dirt can be compacted to a firm, stable state using mechanical compaction and proper lift thickness, but it will not harden like concrete. For structural support or road bases you may need engineered fill or crushed stone with compaction specifications. Discuss project requirements with Hello Gravel or your contractor for Rice-specific recommendations.
Yes. Rice sits in West Texas where local soils often contain caliche or clay, which affects drainage and compaction. Expect regional variation in color and texture, and mention any color or material preferences in the Order Notes at checkout so suppliers can match your needs when possible. If you have concerns about contamination or organic matter, ask for a material description before purchase.
Prices depend on the supplier, distance, and material quality; most quotes are provided per cubic yard or per ton. Hello Gravel can give you an accurate delivered price for Rice after you enter your zip code and project dimensions; our marketplace handles local rates so you get a transparent quote before ordering. Remember our minimum order is 3 tons and standard delivery requires 2+ business days.
Check the delivery ticket for material type and quantity, look for visible contamination like large roots or trash, and confirm the dump location matches your instructions. If the material looks different than expected, note it on the delivery ticket and contact Hello Gravel promptly so we can assist with next steps. Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion but it is not guaranteed.
Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible to request changes or cancellations because modifications are easier before the order is processed and dispatched. We will do our best to accommodate requests, but changes are not always possible once a supplier or truck is assigned. For Rice deliveries, include clear access instructions and any permit needs at checkout to avoid day-of complications.
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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