Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Mc Daniels address and unloads right where you point.
Mc Daniels gets about 52 inches of precipitation a year. That means drainage and washout planning are key before you spread fill dirt. A compacted base keeps the material where it belongs through wet weather.
Fill dirt is structural soil used to raise grade, fill holes, and backfill. It contains no organic matter, so it settles less than topsoil. Getting the depth right for your project avoids future dips.
Fill dirt is what most buyers here order. It works for a range of earthwork jobs. Here is what you get:
| Product | What it is for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Dirt | raising grade, filling holes, backfill | Clean, uncontaminated soil that compacts well. Order by the ton for delivery to your address. |
These are typical projects that use fill dirt. The table shows what to order and a general depth guide.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill Dirt | Depth depends on hole size; use the fill dirt calculator for tonnage. |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill Dirt | Compact in lifts; depth varies by foundation height. |
| Burying a stump hole | Fill Dirt | Fill to ground level; allow for settlement. |
| Building up a pad | Fill Dirt | Minimum 6 inches compacted; add more for heavy loads. |
| Raising a low yard | Fill Dirt | Typical lift is 2 to 4 inches; do not exceed 6 inches without compaction. |
About 110 days a year drop below 32F in Mc Daniels. That shortens the work window for fill dirt placement. The ground moves with frost, so compacting before a freeze gives a more stable base.
Snowfall runs about 5 inches a year. Plowing can loosen a loose surface, so wait until the snow is off. Soils mapped in the Mc Daniels area are commonly moderately well drained. That means you may need less base stone under the fill than in heavier clay areas.
The ground around Mc Daniels is in dual hydrologic group C/D. Where it is drained, water soaks in slowly and runs off; where not drained, it runs off very quickly. That makes deeper base preparation important here. Winter closes the ground for a stretch each year, so plan the delivery for either side of it.
Estimating tonnage starts with the volume of the space you want to fill. Measure length, width, and depth to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 for cubic yards. Fill dirt compacts, so allow for some shrinkage. Try our fill dirt calculator to get a tonnage number based on your dimensions.
Order fill dirt online by the ton. Delivery is priced by ZIP code at checkout. Loads run from one ton to 40 or more, and first orders take $50 off with code FIRSTTIMER50. You choose a delivery window: morning 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order.
A valid phone number is needed for confirmation. You get an email with a photo of the load before delivery and must approve it. Someone must be at the site during the window. The truck needs at least 12 feet of road width to access the site. See full delivery details, learn more about Gravel Monkey, or read customer reviews.
Fill dirt is structural fill with no organic matter. Topsoil is the growing layer that goes on top. If your project needs both, order fill dirt first and topsoil for the surface. These materials also pair well:
Mc Daniels has about 82 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Plan the delivery for a dry window to keep the ground firm and avoid compaction problems. A dry week forecast helps get a good result.
The ground freezing here is real but moderate. Thaw cycles can loosen fill if it is not compacted, so washout is a concern on slopes. Proper grading and compaction reduce the risk, especially after heavy spring rains.
Fill dirt is sold by the ton, not by particle size. It is a fine soil that compacts well. You do not choose a size grade like you would for gravel or stone.
Yes, we deliver to rural addresses. The truck needs at least 12 feet of road width to access the site. You choose the delivery window at checkout and must approve the load photo before delivery goes ahead.
Raising a low yard or filling a hole? Order fill dirt from Gravel Monkey and have it delivered to your address. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order. Start your order on the Mc Daniels page.
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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.
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