Fill Dirt ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Alamogordo address and unloads right where you point.
Alamogordo gets about 12 inches of precipitation a year, which means drainage and washout planning are part of every fill dirt project. Whether you are raising a low yard or backfilling a foundation, the material you choose needs to handle the local climate.
Fill dirt is a clean, inorganic material that compacts well and holds its shape. For most jobs in Alamogordo, it is the right starting point.
Fill dirt is the go-to product for structural work where organic matter does not belong. It compacts into a stable base that sheds water properly when installed with the right drainage layer.
| Fill Dirt | Raising grade, filling holes, backfill | Unscreened mix of soil and rock that compacts well for structural fill. |
These are the projects that call for fill dirt. The depth guide assumes proper compaction in lifts.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Raising a low yard | Fill Dirt | Spread 4 to 6 inches after compaction |
| Backfill around a foundation | Fill Dirt | Compact in lifts of 6 to 8 inches |
| Filling a pool or pond | Fill Dirt | Loosely fill, allow for natural settlement |
| Building up a pad | Fill Dirt | Place 6 to 12 inches, compact well |
| Burying a stump hole | Fill Dirt | Fill over stump and mound 4 to 6 inches high |
The ground around Alamogordo is in hydrologic soil group C, which means it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. That slow intake makes a deeper drainage layer under fill dirt a smart move.
About 106 days a year drop below freezing, but the ground does not freeze deep enough to shift fill dirt. Snowfall averages about 2 inches, and plowing a loose fill surface can rut it, so avoid spreading fill in winter if you expect snow removal.
With no hard freeze to work around, the timing question is moisture rather than season. Plan your delivery for a stretch of dry weather, and try to work the dirt before a rain event that could wash it.
Estimating the right tonnage depends on the area and depth you plan to cover. Our fill dirt calculator lets you enter length, width and depth, and it accounts for compaction and settlement so you order enough for the job.
Order online by the ton, and the delivered price shows at checkout after you enter your ZIP. We deliver by dump truck right to your address in 1- to 40-plus-ton loads. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders.
For a first order, use code FIRSTTIMER50 to get $50 off. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You choose a window: morning 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm.
You need to be present or have someone at the site during the window. We send a photo of the material being loaded before you approve the slot. For more on how it works, see our About Gravel Monkey page, check customer reviews, or read the full delivery information.
Fill dirt works best with a cap or a drainage layer. These materials are often ordered in the same trip.
About 30 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Schedule your delivery for a dry stretch so the ground is firm enough for the truck and the dirt does not turn to mud.
With about 12 inches of precipitation a year, washout is a real concern for loose fill dirt. A drainage layer of crushed gravel or stone under the fill helps keep it in place.
Fill dirt comes as a loose, unscreened mix of soil and rock. There is no standard particle size, but it compacts into a stable mass that works well for structural fill. Order by the ton based on your volume needs.
Yes, we deliver to rural addresses as long as the site has a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. If access is tight, the crew will unload as close as safely possible to your requested spot.
Whether you are raising a low yard or backfilling around a foundation, fill dirt from Gravel Monkey gets the job done. Order online at our Alamogordo hub and choose your delivery window at checkout.
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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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