Material Calculator for Arizona Projects

Fast, accurate estimates for gravel, sand, dirt, mulch, and rip rap — plus truck-load planning.

Calculate Tons & Cubic Yards in Seconds

Use our free tool to calculate how much material you need for driveways, landscaping, patios, horse stalls, and more.

Material Estimator

Switch between feet (ft) and yards (yd)
Gravel & sand show results in tons & yards. Mulch shows cubic yards.
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Use the quick chips above for common depths.

Material Coverage Chart

Approximate coverage at 2″ depth. Actual results vary with compaction & moisture.

ProductCoverage Per Ton (2″ Depth)
Sand100–120 sq ft
Minus Materials100–120 sq ft
1/4″, 3/8″ Screened Gravel≈ 140 sq ft
5/8″, 1/2″ Screened Gravel≈ 120 sq ft
3/4″, 7/8″, 1″ Screened Gravel≈ 100 sq ft
1″–3″ Rip Rap≈ 90 sq ft
2″–4″ Rip Rap≈ 70 sq ft
4″–10″ Rip Rap≈ 30 sq ft
8″–18″ Rip Rap≈ 20 sq ft

Gravel and Crushed Stone Grades

GradeSize
#12″ – 4″
#21/2″ – 3″
#31/2″ – 2″
#51″ or less
#83/8″ – 1/2″
#101/4″ or less (stone dust)
#57≈ 3/4″
#67< 3/4″
#411Mix of #57 & stone dust

Choosing the Right Gravel Type

LocationRecommended Gravel
Shed Base#5, #8, #57
Under Deck#5, #8, Pea Gravel, River Rock
Driveway#5, #8, #57, #67, #411
Patio#10, #67, Pea Gravel, Marble Chips
Paver Base#10, #411
Landscaping#1, #2, #5, #8, #57, Pea Gravel, Lava Rock
Concrete Base#8, #57
Drainage (French Drain)#5, #8, #57
Horse Stalls#8, #57, Pea Gravel
RV Pads#5, #8, #57, #67, #411
Fire PitsLava Rock, Pea Gravel, River Rock
Window Wells#5, #8, Pea Gravel