A Practical Concrete Option for Smaller Jobs
Snake River Shortload gives contractors, crews, and property owners a practical way to handle smaller pours without full-load minimums, short-load fees, or the hassle of mixing bag after bag by hand. Proudly serving customers from Blackfoot to Rigby, with delivery available from Pocatello to Rexburg.
Fresh Concrete Sized for the Job at Hand
Shortload is a smart fit for jobs that fall between bag mix and traditional ready mix. For contractors, it offers a faster, more practical option for smaller pours without paying for more concrete than the job calls for. For DIY customers, it offers a cleaner, easier alternative to hauling, mixing, and pouring dozens of bags by hand.
Whether you pour every week or this is your first concrete project, shortload makes it easier to get the right amount of fresh concrete for the work in front of you.
- No full-load minimums on smaller pours
- Less labor than hauling and mixing bagged concrete
- Fresh, machine-batched concrete when you need more than bags
- A practical option for contractors and DIY customers alike
Concrete Mixes for Different Types of Work
Snake River Shortload offers a range of concrete mixes to match different project demands. Contractors may think in sack mix, while DIY customers may be thinking in terms of slabs, footings, or fence posts. Either way, choosing the right mix matters for both performance and durability.
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Mix / Sack Count
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Approximate PSI
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Common Uses
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2 Sack
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1,000–1,500 PSI
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Flowable fill, trench backfill, utility fills
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4 Sack
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3,000 PSI
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Lean concrete, pipe bedding, interior slabs, non-structural applications
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5 Sack
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3,500 PSI
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Patios, sidewalks, and slabs when air-entrained
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6 Sack
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4,000 PSI
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Idaho standard for driveways, garage floors, foundations, footings, and most residential construction
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7 Sack
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4,500 PSI
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Commercial slabs, equipment pads, heavy-duty applications
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8 Sack
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5,000+ PSI
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Structural concrete, engineered projects, precast products, industrial applications
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Why Not Traditional Ready Mix?
Traditional ready mix makes sense for larger pours, but it is not always the best option for smaller jobs. If your project does not require a full truck, you may end up paying short-load fees, meeting minimum-order requirements, or working around a delivery schedule that does not fit your timeline.
Shortload offers a more flexible alternative. You get fresh concrete for smaller pours without the full-truck commitment.
Straightforward Pricing for Smaller Pours
Shortload pricing is based on the amount of concrete you need, with separate pricing for trailer rental and optional additives. Transparent pricing makes it easier to compare your options and plan the job with fewer surprises.
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Yards
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4 Sack
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5 Sack
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6 Sack
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7 Sack
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1/4
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155
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175
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195
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215
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1/2
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175
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195
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215
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235
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3/4
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195
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215
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235
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255
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1
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205
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225
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245
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265
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11/4
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256.25
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281.25
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306.25
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331.25
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11/2
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307.50
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337.50
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367.50
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397.50
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13/4
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358.75
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393.75
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428.75
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463.75
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Trailer rental pricing
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Pricing by 1/4-yard increment
$
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Additives
$
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Trailer Rental
1st Hour: $1 | Each Additional Hour: $30
Ad-Mix
Hot Water $8 | NCA 0.5% $20 | Air + $10 | Delay $15 | Fiber $12
How It Works Simple Pickup. Fresh Batch. Faster Pour.
Getting shortload concrete is straightforward. Choose the mix that fits your project, and Snake River will batch it fresh. From there, you can tow it yourself or ask about delivery. Once on site, pour, finish the job, and return the trailer.
It is a simple process built to save time and make smaller pours more manageable.
Choose your mix
Pick the right concrete for your project.
We batch it fresh
Your shortload is mixed and prepared for pickup.
Tow it or schedule delivery
Take it to the site yourself or ask about delivery options.
. Pour and finish
Get it on the ground and complete the job.
Return the trailer
Bring the trailer back when the work is done.
Equipment & Towing: Know What You Need Before Pickup
Snake River’s shortload trailer holds up to 1.75 yards of concrete and requires a 2-5/16″ hitch. In general, 1 yard requires a 1/2-ton truck minimum, while loads over 1 yard require a 3/4-ton truck or larger.
Without a delay admixture, you typically have about 30 to 45 minutes to get the product on the ground. Delivery is also available for an additional cost based on mileage.
- Trailer capacity: up to 1.75 yards
- Trailer capacity: up to 1.75 yards
- 1 yard: 1/2-ton truck
- Over 1 yard: 3/4-ton truck or larger
- Pour window: about 30–45 minutes without delay admixture
Delivery available for an additional cost
Additional Services: More Than Just Concrete
Snake River also offers add-ons and support services to help make the job easier. Depending on the project, that may include delivery, tool rental, forms, and additives.
If you are not sure what you need, reach out and we can help you prepare for the pour.
Get the Right Amount of Concrete Without the Usual Hassle
If the job is too big for bag mix but not big enough for a full ready-mix truck, shortload may be the better fit. Snake River makes it easier to get fresh concrete without the minimum-order headaches, wasted time, or extra labor.