[header] How to make a compost pit [title] Dig the hole for your compost pit. [step] Your compost hole should be about 1 ft (30. 5 cm) deep. The area of the hole will be determined by the amount of organic matter you want to add. 
At most, the compost material should reach a depth of 4 in (10 cm) in the pit. [substeps] When estimating the hole's size, keep in mind that the compost material will be finely chopped or torn to pieces before being thrown in the hole.