How to use it
- Enter length in feet
- Enter width in feet
- Enter depth in inches
- Read cubic yards, tons, and cubic feet results
What it does – The Dirt Fill Calculator takes the length, width and depth of a planned fill area and instantly converts them to three useful measures: cubic yards, cubic feet, and an approximate weight in US tons. Knowing the volume in cubic yards is essential because most bulk‑dirt suppliers price by the yard. The cubic‑feet figure helps when you need to compare to building‑code limits or trench specifications. The ton estimate, based on 1.3 US tons per cubic yard, lets you budget haul‑away or delivery costs without guessing. Simply type your dimensions, hit calculate, and the tool displays the three numbers. Use the cubic‑yard result for ordering, the ton figure for truck capacity, and the cubic‑feet value for on‑site planning. The results are displayed with two decimal places for easy reading.
Pro tips
- Add 10% extra volume for compaction and spillage
- Round up the cubic‑yard figure to the nearest whole yard when ordering
- Confirm the supplier’s ton conversion matches 1.3 tons per cubic yard
- Double‑check depth conversion from inches to feet before entering
Real-life examples
- A homeowner planning a 12‑ft by 8‑ft garden bed 6 in deep needs to know how much topsoil to order.
- A contractor filling a 30‑ft wide driveway trench 4 in deep wants the tonnage for the dump‑truck bid.
- A landscaper estimating material for a sloped lawn area to avoid under‑ordering dirt.
Case study
Sam needed soil for a new patio. He entered 15 ft length, 10 ft width, and 8 in depth; the calculator returned 3.7 cubic yards, 4.8 tons and 100 cubic feet. Sam ordered 4 cubic yards, saved $200 on excess material, and completed the patio on schedule.