Soil Yard Calculator
Calculate the amount of soil needed for a garden or yard project. Enter dimensions and desired depth to estimate cubic yards and tons.
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How to Use the Soil Yard Calculator
- Enter Length (ft): Input the length of the area in feet (e.g., 10).
- Enter Width (ft): Input the width in feet (e.g., 5).
- Enter Depth (in): Input the desired depth in inches (e.g., 6).
- Enter Density (lbs/cu ft): The default is 75 (typical topsoil). Adjust if needed.
- Click "Calculate": The calculator shows:
- Cubic Yards: Volume of soil needed.
- Tons: Estimated weight based on density.
Important: All inputs must be positive numbers. Use imperial units (feet, inches, lbs/cu ft). The formula: (L × W × D/12) / 27 = cubic yards; then tons = cubic yards × (density × 27 / 2000).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Measure the length and width of the area in feet. For irregular shapes, break into rectangles and sum the areas.
Topsoil density ranges from 70 to 100 lbs per cubic foot. A common average is 75 lbs/cu ft.
For most gardens, 6 to 12 inches of topsoil is recommended. Deeper for root vegetables.