Crushed Stone Calculator

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4.25cubic yards

Includes 10% extra, rounded up to the nearest quarter yard.

30 ft10 ft0"3"6"9"12"
Exact volume100 cu ft
0.5 cu ft bags220 bags
Wheelbarrow loads (5 cu ft)23
Approximate weight5.9 tons
Half-ton pickup trips8

Crushed stone packs tightly, so this includes 10% extra for compaction. Use it for bases, drainage layers and work areas.

How it works

Volume with 10% added, converted to yards. About 1.4 tons per yard estimates the weight.

Before you order

  • Ask for a stone with fines when you want it to compact, and clean stone for drainage.
  • Compact in layers of about 4 inches for a firm base.
  • Stone sizes differ by region, so confirm the actual size rather than only a number.

Common questions

What size crushed stone is best for drainage?

Clean stone with no fines, commonly around three-quarters of an inch, lets water move through.

How much does crushed stone compact?

Plan for roughly 10 to 15% depending on the stone and equipment.