Convert cubic yards to tons, or tons to yards, for gravel, sand, soil and more.
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Density changes with material and moisture, so ask your supplier for theirs when you can.
| Material | Tons per yard |
|---|---|
| Pea gravel | 1.35 |
| Crushed stone #57 | 1.42 |
| Crusher run / road base / DGA | 1.5 |
| River rock | 1.35 |
| Decomposed granite | 1.3 |
| Crushed limestone | 1.5 |
| #3 stone (1.5 to 2.5 in) | 1.4 |
| Sand | 1.35 |
| Topsoil | 1.1 |
| Lava rock | 0.6 |
| Mulch | 0.4 |
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