Soil Waste Calculator

FAQs

To work out how much soil you need to remove or how much soil you need for a specific area, you can use the following information:

1. How do I work out how much soil I need to remove?
   • To determine how much soil you need to remove, you’ll first need to measure the dimensions of the area you want to excavate. Then, calculate the volume of the soil by multiplying the length, width, and depth of the excavation. This will give you the total cubic feet or cubic yards of soil to be removed.
2. How much soil do I need for 500 square feet?
   • The amount of soil you need for 500 square feet will depend on the desired depth of the soil. To calculate it, multiply the area (500 sq ft) by the desired depth in feet. For example, if you want a soil depth of 6 inches (0.5 ft), you would need 500 sq ft * 0.5 ft = 250 cubic feet of soil.
3. How much is 1 cubic foot of soil?
   • The price of 1 cubic foot of soil can vary depending on the type and quality of the soil and your location. It’s best to check with local suppliers or garden centers for the current price.
4. How much topsoil do I need for 1000 square feet?
   • Similar to the previous calculation, to determine how much topsoil you need for 1000 square feet, multiply the area (1000 sq ft) by the desired depth in feet. For example, if you want a topsoil depth of 4 inches (0.33 ft), you would need 1000 sq ft * 0.33 ft = 330 cubic feet of topsoil.
5. How much does 1 ton of topsoil cover?
   • The coverage area of 1 ton of topsoil depends on the depth. For example, 1 ton of topsoil can cover approximately 80 to 100 square feet at a depth of 2 to 2.5 inches.
6. How many cubic feet is 40 lbs of soil?
   • The volume of 40 lbs of soil will vary depending on the density of the soil. You’ll need to know the specific gravity or density of the soil to convert weight (lbs) to volume (cubic feet).
7. How many square feet is a 5 gallon bucket of soil?
   • A standard 5-gallon bucket typically holds about 0.67 cubic feet of soil. The area it can cover will depend on the desired depth.
8. How many cubic feet is a 50 pound bag of soil?
   • The volume of a 50-pound bag of soil will vary depending on the density of the soil. You’ll need to know the specific gravity or density of the soil to convert weight (lbs) to volume (cubic feet).
9. How much soil do I need for 100 gallons?
   • To calculate how much soil you need for 100 gallons, you’ll need to know the desired depth. For example, if you want a soil depth of 6 inches, you would need approximately 13.33 cubic feet of soil (100 gallons / 7.48 gallons per cubic foot).
10. Will 1 cubic foot of soil fill a 5 gallon bucket?
    • Yes, 1 cubic foot of soil will fill a standard 5-gallon bucket.
11. How big is 2 cubic feet of soil?
    • Visualizing the size of 2 cubic feet of soil can be challenging. It’s roughly equivalent to a box that is 1 foot by 1 foot by 2 feet (1′ x 1′ x 2′) in dimensions.
12. What does 20 cubic yards of soil look like?
    • 20 cubic yards of soil is a large volume. It can be visualized as a pile that is approximately 8 feet high, 10 feet wide, and 40 feet long.
13. How much topsoil for 300 sq ft?
    • To calculate how much topsoil you need for 300 square feet, multiply the area (300 sq ft) by the desired depth in feet. For example, if you want a topsoil depth of 6 inches (0.5 ft), you would need 300 sq ft * 0.5 ft = 150 cubic feet of topsoil.
14. How many square feet does 1 yard of topsoil cover?
    • The coverage area of 1 yard of topsoil will depend on the depth. For example, 1 cubic yard of topsoil can cover approximately 81 square feet at a depth of 4 inches.
15. How much is a truck load of topsoil?
    • The cost of a truckload of topsoil will vary depending on your location and the supplier. It’s best to check with local landscaping or gardening centers for pricing.
16. How much topsoil is in a dump truck?
    • The capacity of a dump truck can vary, but it’s common for a standard dump truck to carry around 10 to 14 cubic yards of topsoil.
17. How many tons of soil does a dump truck hold?
    • The weight capacity of a dump truck will depend on its size and design. A typical dump truck can carry around 10 to 20 tons of soil.
18. How many yards is 2 tons of topsoil?
    • The volume (in cubic yards) of 2 tons of topsoil will depend on the density of the soil. You’ll need to know the specific gravity or density of the soil to convert weight (tons) to volume (cubic yards).
19. How heavy is 1 cubic yard of soil?
    • The weight of 1 cubic yard of soil will depend on the density of the soil. Different types of soil have different densities, so the weight can vary.
20. How many cubic yards of soil are in a truck load?
    • The number of cubic yards of soil in a truckload will depend on the capacity of the truck. Standard dump trucks can carry around 10 to 14 cubic yards of soil.
21. What does 1 cubic yard of dirt look like?
    • Visualizing 1 cubic yard of dirt can be challenging, but it’s roughly equivalent to a pile that is 3 feet high, 3 feet wide, and 3 feet long.
22. How many 5 gallon buckets are in a yard of topsoil?
    • There are approximately 28.3 5-gallon buckets in 1 cubic yard of topsoil.
23. How many gallons does one cubic foot of soil fill?
    • One cubic foot of soil is equivalent to approximately 7.48 gallons.
24. How heavy is a 5 gallon bucket of dirt?
    • The weight of a 5-gallon bucket of dirt will vary depending on the density of the soil. Different types of soil have different densities, so the weight can vary.
25. How many 40lb bags in a ton?
    • There are 50 bags of 40 lbs each in 1 ton.