Buy Fill Dirt in Deridder, Louisiana

Beauregard Parish properties often need fill dirt for raising low yards, backfilling foundations, or building up pads for sheds and additions. Deridder sits in an area where the ground stays wet much of the year, so getting the grade right from the start saves trouble later.

Deridder gets about 60 inches of precipitation a year, which means drainage and washout planning should be part of any fill project. Ordering fill dirt by the ton lets you match the volume exactly to your site.

Fill Dirt Available for Delivery in Deridder

Fill dirt is sold by the ton and delivered in dump trucks ranging from single-ton orders to 40-plus-ton loads. The material is typically a mix of clay and soil, screened or unscreened, depending on your preference.

Common Projects for Fill Dirt in Deridder

Fill dirt solves specific problems around a property. The table below shows typical projects and what to order for each.

Local Conditions in Deridder That Affect Your Fill Dirt Job

With about 75 days a year that bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, scheduling the delivery onto firm ground matters. Wet days can turn a job site into mud, so picking a dry stretch helps the truck get in and out without trouble.

Freezing temperatures occur about 33 days a year below 32F, but ground freezing here is not a significant factor. That means the ground is workable most of the year. Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part.

Soils mapped in the Deridder area are commonly poorly drained. Ground around Deridder is in dual hydrologic group A/D: where it is drained it soaks water up quickly, where it is not it takes water slowly and most rain runs across the surface. That means drainage depends on your specific lot, and a deeper base of fill dirt matters more here than in many other places.

How Much Fill Dirt You Need for Your Project

Measure the area in square feet and the planned depth in inches. Multiply length by width by depth (converted to feet) to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards. A cubic yard of fill dirt weighs roughly 1.35 tons. Use the fill dirt calculator on our site to get a tonnage estimate for your dimensions.

Ordering Fill Dirt from Gravel Monkey

Order online by the ton, and the delivered price appears at checkout based on your ZIP code. A dump truck brings your fill dirt to your address, in loads from 1 ton to over 40 tons. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 to save $50 off your first order.

You choose a delivery window at checkout: morning from 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon from 12 pm to 5 pm. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order is placed. You get an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with a photo of the load and the scheduled window. Delivery only goes ahead once you approve that second email.

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Other Materials for Your Project

Fill dirt is structural and contains no organic matter. For a growing layer you need topsoil instead. Pair fill dirt with these materials for a complete job.

• Gravel & Rock, Provides a stable base over fill dirt for driveways and paths.
• Walkway Gravel, Adds a finished surface on top of compacted fill dirt.
• Crushed Stone, Improves drainage under fill dirt in wet areas.
• Topsoil, Goes on top of fill dirt for a layer that supports grass and plants.
• Crushed Concrete, A recycled alternative for fill behind retaining walls or under slabs.
• Crushed Gravel, Works as a base course over fill dirt for heavy loads.

Frequently Asked Questions About Fill Dirt in Deridder

How many tons of fill dirt do I need for my project?

The tonnage depends on the area and depth you plan to fill. Soils in the Deridder area are commonly poorly drained, so you may need a thicker layer to ensure proper grading. Use our fill dirt calculator to get an estimate based on your measurements.

Do you deliver fill dirt to Deridder and the surrounding area?

Yes, we deliver fill dirt to Deridder and the surrounding area, including Rosepine, New Llano, Leesville, and nearby towns in Texas and Louisiana. Beauregard Parish permitted about 64 single-family homes in 2024, which means many local projects need fill dirt. The delivery is by dump truck to your address.

Which size is the most common choice for this material?

Fill dirt is not sold by specific size grades like gravel. It is a mixture of soil, clay, and sometimes sand. The most common choice is standard fill dirt for structural backfill and grading. Screened fill dirt is available if you want fewer rocks and debris.

How deep should the layer be for planting?

Fill dirt is not suitable for planting because it contains no organic matter and compacts too hard for roots. For a planting layer, order topsoil and place it on top of the fill dirt. A typical topsoil depth for lawns is 4 to 6 inches.

Get Fill Dirt Delivered to Your Deridder Address

Ordering fill dirt is straightforward: choose your tons, pick a delivery window, and get a dump truck to your site. The price is calculated at checkout based on your ZIP code. Start your order on the Deridder city hub.

Gravel Monkey delivers fill dirt to Deridder and the surrounding area. Work can run most of the year in this climate, so scheduling a delivery is easy once you know your tonnage.

Gravel Monkey also delivers fill dirt to these nearby areas:

• Rosepine
• New Llano
• Leesville
• Newton
• DeQuincy
• Oberlin
• Kinder
• Oakdale
• Kirbyville
• Jasper