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Gravel Calculator - Cubic Yards & Tons

Free gravel calculator. Calculate cubic yards and tons of gravel, crushed stone, or sand needed for driveways, paths, and landscaping.

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Gravel Calculator

Calculate how much gravel, crushed stone, sand, or aggregate you need. Gravel is typically sold by cubic yard or ton.

Volume = Length × Width × Depth | Tons ≈ Cubic Yards × 1.4

1 cubic yard covers: ~162 sq ft at 2" deep, ~108 sq ft at 3" deep, ~81 sq ft at 4" deep.

How deep should gravel be?

Pathways: 2-3". Driveways: 4-6" (multiple layers recommended). Patio base: 4". French drain: 12".

What's the difference between cubic yards and tons?

Cubic yards = volume. Tons = weight. Gravel: ~1.4 tons/yard. Sand: ~1.3 tons/yard. Topsoil: ~1.1 tons/yard.

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