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 Thorndale Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Thorndale is a small West Texas town with a city population of 3,290 situated in a metro area of 2.5+ million and growing at 0.15% annually. With 228 sunny days a year, 37.36 inches of rainfall, and USDA hardiness zone 8b, local yards and job sites face strong sun exposure, periodic wet spells, and soils that respond to heat and rain cycles. That mix of climate and steady growth drives demand for dependable aggregates: homeowners and contractors need materials that stabilize grades, fix low spots, and prepare pads for patios, sheds, and driveways. Fill dirt is a common choice because it compacts well and creates a stable, economical base for landscaping and light construction projects in Thorndale’s environment.Popular Projects in Thorndale This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt20 tons
- Garage Pad Fill Dirt30 tons
- Yard Grade Fill Dirt50 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt15 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt25 tons
Thorndale Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 3,290
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 37.36 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.15% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Thorndale Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Risk
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Cold Weather Limits
Summer Tip: Order slightly more fill dirt than your measured volume to allow for settling and compaction, and ask our team about compaction recommendations for Thorndale’s soils.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Thorndale Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Thorndale.
Fill dirt is mostly subsoil with very little organic matter, used to raise ground level and fill voids; it is not intended for planting. Topsoil contains organic material and nutrients for turf and gardens, so you should use topsoil for landscaping surfaces and fill dirt underneath or where planting is not required. In West Texas (including Thorndale) local fill dirt may include clay or caliche, so expect a heavier, rockier material than the loamy topsoil used for lawns.
Costs vary with distance, load size, and material quality; small loads (minimum 3 tons) often carry an additional short-haul fee while bulk deliveries get a lower per-ton price. A typical delivered price range in the Thorndale area is roughly $8 to $25 per ton for common fill dirt, with small-load delivery or long hauls increasing the total; final pricing depends on supplier, truck access, and requested services.
Hello Gravel connects you with local sand and gravel suppliers and haulers that serve Thorndale; most regional suppliers cover a 20-60 mile radius from their yard, but coverage varies by supplier. Minimum orders are commonly 3 tons due to tri-axle truck minimums; larger loads often reduce per-ton cost, so check your zip code on our site to see exact local suppliers and limits.
Fill dirt typically weighs between about 1.2 and 1.6 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and compaction; a common planning estimate is 1.4 tons per cubic yard. To calculate needs: multiply area (sq ft) by desired depth (ft) to get cubic feet, divide by 27 to get cubic yards, then multiply by your tons-per-cubic-yard figure. For example, raising 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches (0.5 ft) is 500 cu ft = 18.5 cu yd, roughly 26 tons using 1.4 tons/cu yd.
Fill dirt is fine for bulk raising of yards and utility backfill if it is clean (no organics) and properly compacted, but it is not a finished surface. For driveways, use a compactable base material such as crusher run or crushed stone on top of prepared fill dirt—plain fill dirt will rut and erode under traffic. For foundation backfill, contractors will typically require controlled fills and compaction testing because West Texas clays and caliche can behave differently when wet, so follow engineer or contractor guidance.
Most residential fills are placed in lifts of 4 to 6 inches and compacted with a plate compactor or small vibratory roller; heavier commercial work or large backfills use 6 to 8 inch lifts with a heavier roller. Aim to have a qualified operator and specify compaction requirements (percent of standard Proctor or similar) for structural work; local contractors can advise based on your soil type and project.
Small deliveries for landscaping usually do not require permits, but importing large volumes, changing drainage, or working in a floodplain can trigger city or county permits. Before a big delivery check with the City of Thorndale Hall and Milam County planning or permitting offices, especially for grading permits or if your property is in a regulated area.
By itself, fill dirt is prone to erosion on slopes, especially absent vegetation or surface protection, because it has little organic structure and can wash out during heavy rains. For slope stabilization in Thorndale you should compact fills, use erosion-control blankets, mulch or hydroseed, and consider terracing or rock riprap; in many cases a mixture of topsoil for plant establishment over a compacted fill layer gives better long-term erosion resistance.
Contractor pricing depends on delivered material cost, hauling distance, compaction, and testing requirements; typical all-in rates for delivered and compacted fill dirt in this region commonly range from about $12 to $35 per ton, or contractors may price jobs as a lump sum. Foundations or engineered fills that require testing and documentation will be toward the higher end of that range; always get written quotes that specify compaction standards.
For a driveway you want a load that compacts well and drains—crusher run (a mix of crushed rock and fines) or a well-graded gravel base is usually best. Clean fill (subsoil) is inexpensive for raising grade but doesn't provide a stable, drivable surface, and recycled fill can be variable in quality. Use fill dirt only to build grade and then cap with crusher run or crushed stone for a durable driveway surface.
Some local suppliers and hauling contractors may offer tailgate spreading or bundled services, but spreading is provided at the driver's discretion and is not guaranteed. Typical additional fees for basic tailgate spreading on small jobs might start around $75 to $350, while mechanical compaction with operator is commonly contracted separately and can range from a few hundred to over a thousand dollars depending on area and access; request services at checkout and confirm details with Hello Gravel and the supplier.
Make a clear drop zone with firm access for a tri-axle dump truck, remove vehicles and obstacles, and note overhead wires or low branches that could block the truck. Call 811 to mark underground utilities, confirm your preferred delivery date via our checkout calendar, and add delivery notes about where to place material; if you need spreading or compaction, request it at checkout and be prepared to hire a local contractor if the driver cannot perform those services.
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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