Free fill dirt near Rockwall, Texas is posted by homeowners and contractors on Dirtly's map. As of October 26, 2026 there are 5 open listings and 8 supply yards within 25 miles.
Delivered dirt commonly runs $150–$600 a dump-truck load ($10–$50 per cubic yard plus delivery), and hauling extra away can run from a few hundred dollars for a short local dump run up to $1,400–$2,300 for full-service removal. On Dirtly, the dirt itself is usually free or cheap: you are only solving the moving. You can size up your project first to see how many yards it takes.
Updated October 1, 2026 · Figures: industry estimates, 2026
5 open listings within 25 miles of Rockwall right now (2 have dirt to move, 3 want dirt).
Rockwall is shaped by the lake more than anything else. Lots run down toward the water, shorelines erode, and a great deal of the dirt work in this county is about holding ground in place or building it back up where it has moved.
The ground is Blackland clay, which is useful for that purpose because it packs tightly and resists washing once it is placed and settled. Away from the shoreline the county is still filling in with new neighborhoods, so there is subsoil leaving construction at the same time as lakeside owners are looking for material to rebuild a bank or raise a low yard. Those two needs sit only a few miles apart here.
Not sure which you need? Our guide to fill dirt vs. topsoil spells out the difference.
October is prime season in North Texas, with pool digs, pad prep and regrading all running at once and the weather cooperating with all three.
Not on Dirtly. Shown from public information. What each site takes and charges changes, so call ahead before you load the truck.
Common jobs around Rockwall
Rebuilding a section of shoreline or bank that has washed away from a lake lot
Raising a low yard on a sloping lot that drains toward the water
Taking subsoil off a new build on the growing side of the county
What dirt actually costs
In Dallas Fort Worth, a delivered tandem load of fill dirt typically runs $150–$600. Screened topsoil costs more per yard, $20–$45. Delivery alone is usually $50–$150 per trip, which is why free dirt from a neighbor still isn’t free.
Fill dirt, per yard
$10–$25
Screened topsoil, per yard
$20–$45
Topsoil, per yard
$10–$50
Delivery, per trip
$50–$150
Tandem load delivered, 10 to 15 yd
$150–$600
DFW estimates, 2026, confirm with your supplier. Last updated .
Work out the yards first
The calculator turns your length, width, and depth into a rough cubic-yard number, and reminds you to add a little for settling.
New construction is the steady source, since pad and street work here produces more subsoil than the sites can use. Because so many lots slope toward the lake, there is usually somebody nearby who wants it. Dirtly lists what is going on the map so you can match up without either side making phone calls.
What kind of dirt holds up best near the water?
Heavier clay generally stays put better than sandy material once it is placed and compacted, which is why it is commonly used for bank and grade work around here. Bear in mind that work close to the shoreline can be regulated depending on where the line falls, so it is worth checking what applies to your lot before material arrives.
Is Dirtly free to use in Rockwall?
Yes, free for individuals throughout Rockwall County, with no listing fee and no commission.
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