What is the minimum Select Fill order?

The online minimum is 5 tons. Larger quantities are split into truckloads automatically.

How much area does Select Fill cover?

Coverage depends on depth. For estimating, Select Fill weighs about 1.30 tons per cubic yard; use the calculator on this page for your project dimensions.

Can Select Fill be delivered in Central Texas?

Yes. Enter your ZIP for availability and an exact retail delivery total before checkout.

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Soil

Select Fill

$18.50 / ton

Engineered select fill, a screened sand and clay blend held to a plasticity index of roughly 7 to 20 with no roots, trash or high shrink clay. It compacts to standard Proctor density in lifts, which is what pad and slab specifications call for. Ordinary fill dirt is not a substitute.

Tons to deliver

5 ton minimum

Material subtotal$92.50

Delivery is calculated from your ZIP at checkout.

1 dump-truck load

Up to 16 tons per load. Different materials ship in separate loads.

Material specifications

Particle size: Screened sand and clay blend, up to about 1½ in
Bulk density: 1.30 tons/yd³ (2,600 lb/yd³)
Gradation: Plasticity index about 7 to 20, no roots or debris
Compaction: High; compacts to standard Proctor density in 6–8 in lifts
Finished character: Dense, low movement structural fill

Typical nominal specifications. Natural materials vary by source, moisture, and production run; confirm critical engineering requirements before ordering.

Building and slab pads
Structural backfill
Site pad construction

Coverage calculator

Enter your area and depth and we'll estimate the tonnage.

Area (sq ft)

Depth (inches)

Estimate includes no waste factor. Density changes with moisture and compaction; ordering 5–10% extra is common for field variation.

Delivery specifications

Truck capacity: Up to 16 tons per load
Order minimum: 5 tons
Recommended access: 12 ft wide, firm and level
Overhead clearance: 14 ft on approach; more at dump point
Material handling: Needs direct dump access to the pad; condition moisture before rolling.

Keep the dump area clear of people, vehicles, soft ground, septic systems, and overhead utilities. The driver makes the final safe-placement decision on arrival.

Select Fill delivery questions

What is the minimum Select Fill order?: The online minimum is 5 tons. Larger quantities are split into truckloads automatically.
How much area does Select Fill cover?: Coverage depends on depth. For estimating, Select Fill weighs about 1.30 tons per cubic yard; use the calculator on this page for your project dimensions.
Can Select Fill be delivered in Central Texas?: Yes. Enter your ZIP for availability and an exact retail delivery total before checkout.

5 t · Select Fill

$92.50