Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Big Bear Lake address and unloads right where you point.
Fill dirt is the structural layer, not the growing layer. If you are raising grade, backfilling around a foundation or filling a hole, fill dirt is the right material. Topsoil goes on top of it for lawns and beds.
Big Bear Lake has about 28 days a year below freezing. That means the ground does not lock up for long, so fill dirt can be placed over a wider work window than in colder areas.
Fill dirt from Gravel Monkey is clean, mineral-based material with no organic matter. It compacts well and holds its shape over time. Use it for any project that needs volume under grade.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Dirt | raising grade, filling holes, backfill | No organic content, compacts to a stable base. |
Most fill dirt orders in Big Bear Lake fall into one of these project types. Each one calls for the same material, but the depth changes with the job.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Burying a stump hole | Fill dirt | Fill in layers and tamp as you go. |
| Building up a pad | Fill dirt | Minimum 6 inches of compacted fill. |
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill dirt | Most of the volume is below grade. Order by cubic yard. |
| Raising a low yard | Fill dirt | Aim for 4 to 6 inches above the surrounding grade. |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill dirt | Compact in lifts of 6 to 8 inches. |
Big Bear Lake gets about 20 inches of precipitation a year. That water needs somewhere to go. A deeper drainage layer under your fill dirt earns its place here because the ground takes water in slowly.
The soil around Big Bear Lake is in hydrologic group C, which means it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. That makes runoff the main way water leaves a site. Preparing for that with grade slopes and drainage fabric saves trouble later.
About 28 days a year drop below 32F, but frost is not deep enough to be a significant factor. With no hard freeze to work around, the timing question is moisture rather than season. Snowfall runs about 2 inches a year, so plowing damage to a loose surface is rare but possible. Schedule delivery onto firm ground by watching the 24 wet days that bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain.
Fill dirt is sold by the ton. To figure out how many tons you need, measure the length, width and depth in feet, divide by 27 to get cubic yards, then multiply by about 1.4 tons per cubic yard. For a precise number, use Gravel Monkey's fill dirt calculator. It works for any shape of job.
You order fill dirt online by the ton. Delivery is priced by your ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the load to your address in Big Bear Lake. Loads run from 1 to more than 40 tons, and free delivery applies on qualifying orders.
Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout for $50 off your first order. Learn more about Gravel Monkey on our About page, read customer reviews, or check delivery information for details on timing and access.
Delivery cost is calculated at checkout based on your ZIP code and the tonnage. Big Bear Lake sees about 20 inches of precipitation a year, so your delivery should be scheduled onto firm, dry ground to avoid access issues. No two deliveries cost the same, so the checkout quote is the final figure.
Yes. Gravel Monkey delivers fill dirt to Big Bear Lake and many other cities in San Bernardino County. The truck comes to your address. You choose a delivery window at checkout, either morning from 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon from 12 pm to 5 pm.
No. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window. If no one is there, the delivery may be missed and a redelivery fee can apply. The order is not refunded in that case.
Order at least 3 business days before the desired delivery date. You pick the date at checkout. Orders placed less than 3 business days out may not be scheduled.
Whether you are raising a low yard or backfilling around a foundation, fill dirt from Gravel Monkey gets the job done. Order online, choose your delivery day, and let the truck handle the rest. Start your order on the Big Bear Lake materials page.
We also deliver fill dirt to nearby areas.
See the delivered price for your address and order fill dirt by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
Fill out the form and our sales team will get back to you within the hour.