Topsoil ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Dona Ana address and unloads right where you point.
If you are building up garden beds or regrading a lot after construction, topsoil is the growing layer you need. Dona Ana gets about 11 inches of precipitation a year, so good drainage planning matters when you place the surface layer.
Gravel Monkey also carries fill dirt for raising grade without organic matter. For the top layer where plants go, you want topsoil.
The split between base material and finish material is simple. Fill dirt fills and levels underneath, and topsoil goes on top to support grass, beds, and regraded areas.
| Product | Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Topsoil | Lawns, beds, regrading the growing layer | Delivered by the ton; use the material calculators to find the right amount. |
Each project calls for a different depth. Use the table below as a starting point, then check our material calculators for exact tonnage.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Raised beds and gardens | Topsoil | Order enough to fill beds; typical depth is 6 to 12 inches. |
| New lawn | Topsoil | Spread 4 to 6 inches before sod or seed. |
| Regrading after construction | Topsoil | Replaces the layer that was removed; depth varies by site. |
| Over-seeding topdress | Topsoil | A thin 1/4 to 1/2 inch layer improves seed contact. |
| Leveling low spots in a yard | Topsoil | Add enough to bring the grade up to surrounding ground. |
Dona Ana receives about 11 inches of precipitation yearly, which is low enough that runoff is rarely a problem. The ground here is well drained, so you can place topsoil without worrying about water pooling underneath. Soils mapped in the Dona Ana area are commonly well drained, which means less base stone is needed under the surface layer.
About 22 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. That makes it easy to schedule the delivery onto firm ground. About 69 days a year drop below 32F, so the ground freezes enough to affect when you can work the soil, but frost is not deep enough to change the long-term settling behavior. Snowfall averages about 1 inch per year, so plowing damage to a loose surface is rarely a concern.
Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part.
To figure out the tonnage, measure the area you want to cover and decide on the depth. Gravel Monkey's material calculators convert square footage and depth into the number of tons you will need. Input your dimensions, and the calculator gives you a total.
Buying is simple: choose the product online, select a delivery window at checkout (morning 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm), and the truck arrives at your address. There is no yard to visit. Gravel Monkey sources from a network of regional suppliers, so the product you see is what gets loaded. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You get a photo of the material before it ships, and delivery goes ahead only after you approve that photo. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order. Learn more on our About Gravel Monkey, Customer reviews, and Delivery information pages.
No. Dona Ana gets about 11 inches of precipitation per year, which is low. Drainage is not a primary concern for topsoil here. The ground around Dona Ana soaks water up quickly and produces little runoff, so you do not need extra drainage stone under the surface layer.
Not really. About 69 days a year drop below 32F, but ground freezing here is not a significant factor. The work window is long, and settling behavior is normal. Order whenever you are ready to start the job.
Yes. Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses throughout Dona Ana and the surrounding area. The delivery date is at least 3 business days out, and the site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. You choose a morning or afternoon window at checkout.
Yes. You, or someone you nominate, must be at the site during the delivery window. If nobody is there, the delivery may not be completed and a redelivery fee can apply. You will receive a confirmation email with the window before the truck arrives.
Start your project by ordering topsoil from Gravel Monkey. The product is delivered by the ton, and the price is calculated by ZIP code at checkout. For help estimating your needs, use the material calculators on the Dona Ana hub page.
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