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Gravel for a 20×40 area

  • Manufacturer bag yields · published coverage rates
  • Updated
  • Reviewed by Alex · How we calculate
DepthCu ydTons (≈1.4 t/yd³)
2″4.946.91
3″7.4110.37
4″9.8813.83
6″14.8120.74
8″19.7527.65

Worked example

20 × 40 = 800 sq ft; × 4 in ÷ 12 = 266.7 cu ft; ÷ 27 = 9.88 yd³ ≈ 13.83 tons. Density varies by stone type and moisture, so confirm with your supplier.

Frequently asked questions

How many tons of gravel for 20×40?

About 13.83 tons at 4 inches.