Gravel calculator
Yards, tons, and truckloads for gravel and crushed stone. Driveways usually run 4 inches of base plus 2 to 3 inches of surface stone.
To work out how much gravel you need, multiply length by width by depth in feet and divide by 27: that is cubic yards. Gravel runs roughly 1.40 tons per cubic yard as a common approximation (Crushed stone / QP / item 4 at about 2,800 lb per cubic yard), and moisture and mix move that, so confirm with your supplier. Order about 10 percent over the calculated number for compaction, spillage and uneven grade.
Pro habit: Order about 2.7 yd³ to cover compaction and low spots; crushed stone locks in about 10 to 15 percent tighter than it arrives.
Suppliers often sell by the ton; use the tons number when you call, and confirm their conversion since moisture changes weight. Weights are common industry approximations; confirm with your supplier before ordering.
The number above assumes a few things about how this material behaves in the ground.
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Common questions
How do I calculate how much gravel I need?
Multiply length by width by depth in feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards. This gravel calculator does it for you: enter length and width in feet and depth in inches, and it returns cubic yards, estimated tons, and truckloads. Add about 10 percent for compaction, spillage, and uneven grade.
How many tons is a cubic yard of gravel?
Gravel runs roughly 1.40 tons per cubic yard as a common industry approximation (Crushed stone / QP / item 4 at about 2,800 lb/yd³). Moisture and material change this, so confirm the exact conversion with your supplier.
Is this gravel calculator free?
Yes. It is a free tool from TrackOver, software built inside a working excavation company for contractors who move dirt. No signup required to use it.
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