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
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 South Padre Island Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
South Padre Island is a small but growing coastal community with a city population of 2,170 and close ties to a larger metro area of 2.5+ million. With steady growth of 1.15% annually, homeowners and local contractors are investing in property improvements, shoreline stabilization, and small-scale construction projects. The island’s sunny climate (228/year of sunny days) and a moderate annual rainfall of 34.25 inches create a demand for materials that perform well in both dry heat and periodic heavy rain. In this environment, homeowners look for reliable aggregates to level yards, raise building pads, fill low spots, and control erosion—tasks that depend on consistent, locally sourced materials and timely delivery. Fill dirt is a practical choice on South Padre Island because it provides the mass and stability needed to rebuild grades, create a firm base under driveways or patios, and support minor retaining work without introducing organic matter that can settle or decompose. Given the island’s hardiness zone of 8b and coastal soils, properly compacted fill dirt helps manage drainage after storms and limits erosion from wind and sun exposure. Hello Gravel connects you with nearby suppliers and professional dump truck fleets that source regional fill dirt, offer clear pricing, and schedule deliveries so you get the right quantity when you need it—helpful for tight project timelines and weather-sensitive work.Popular Projects in South Padre Island This Season
- Lot Elevation Fill Dirt120 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt30 tons
- Pool Pad Fill Dirt25 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
- Raised Garden Beds Fill Dirt8 tons
South Padre Island Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 2,170
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.15% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for South Padre Island Projects
- Oct–Nov: Ideal Compaction Window
- Feb–Apr: Spring Wet Risks
- May–Sept: Summer Storm Risk
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Choose clean, well-graded fill dirt and compact it in lifts to improve drainage and reduce settling—especially important with 34.25 inches of annual rainfall. Request delivery timing to avoid working in saturated conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions - South Padre Island Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in South Padre Island.
Fill dirt is typically low-organic soil used to raise grade or fill voids; it is not a finished surface material. On South Padre Island use it to raise lots above seasonal high groundwater, build up yard grades, or prepare subgrade under foundations and driveways before installing a structural base. Avoid using fill dirt as the final driveway surface; top with compactable stone or pavement for driving areas.
To raise 1,000 square feet by 6 inches you need about 18.5 cubic yards (1,000 ft2 x 0.5 ft = 500 ft3; 500/27 = 18.52 cy). That converts to roughly 23 to 25 tons of fill dirt depending on moisture and density (we use about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard as a practical estimate). Remember Hello Gravel minimum orders start at 3 tons, and you should round up to allow for settlement and compaction losses.
Prices vary by supplier and season, but fill dirt delivered to coastal Texas commonly runs in the range of about $10 to $30 per cubic yard as an estimate; per-ton pricing depends on local density and conversion. Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers, offers standard delivery in 2+ business days, and a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST (additional fee may apply). Get an exact delivered price by entering your zip code on Hello Gravel or requesting a quote.
Same-day delivery to South Padre Island is uncommon due to island access logistics and supplier schedules, but next-day delivery is often available if you order before noon CST and the product is in stock. Bridge access, local traffic, and peak tourist or storm-prep activity can affect availability and lead times. We recommend requesting your preferred delivery date at checkout and contacting Hello Gravel if you need expedited service.
Sandy native soils and a high water table reduce bearing capacity and can make compaction more difficult because water and sand move and settle. On a barrier island you should use well-graded, low-organic fill and compact in thin lifts, and plan for drainage to keep water away from compacted layers. Expect some settlement over time; proper compaction technique and good drainage reduce long-term settling.
For lot raising on South Padre Island choose clean, low-organic structural fill that is predominantly sand and fine-grained mineral soil with minimal roots or debris. Particle sizes should be well-graded so the material compacts (mix of sand and fines rather than pure fine silt or pure coarse sand). For driveways, place engineered fill below a compacted base of crusher run or crushed stone rather than relying on fill dirt as the driving surface.
Salt spray itself does not change soil compaction much but corrosive salt is a concern for buried metal and fasteners, and storm surge can erode or wash away uncompacted or unprotected fill. Keep compacted fill behind erosion controls, use geotextile and drainage, and consider elevation and protective landscaping to reduce washout risk. After major storms inspect, re-grade, and recompact as needed.
South Padre Island is in a coastal flood zone and local or county building departments commonly require permits, engineered fill specifications, and compaction testing for projects that affect foundation elevations or are part of permitted construction. Requirements vary by project type and elevation relative to FEMA flood maps, so check with the City of South Padre Island Building Department or your permit official. For structural work, plan to use engineered fill and provide compaction reports if required.
Fill dirt is best for raising grade and filling low spots, not as a finished driveway layer. Crusher run (crushed stone with fines) is the better base material for driveways because it compacts tightly and sheds water when graded properly. Coastal shell can be attractive but may break down, float, or wash away in storm conditions; use it as a surface finish only where drainage and erosion control are addressed.
Common specs for engineered fill call for compaction to roughly 90-95% of Standard Proctor (check local permit requirements). Compact in 6- to 8-inch lifts with a vibratory roller for large areas or a plate compactor for small spots, and schedule moisture conditioning as needed. Use geotextile fabric over soft subgrade, subsurface drainage rock or French drains where groundwater is high, and erosion control (silt fence, riprap, vegetation) at exposed slopes.
Yes. Peak seasons (spring and early summer) and hurricane season increase demand and can extend lead times, while beach traffic restrictions and storm prep can limit truck access. Local suppliers may also shift inventory after storms, affecting material consistency and pricing. Order early, check delivery windows at checkout, and contact Hello Gravel for current lead times and any island-specific delivery notes.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
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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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