How Much Is 15 Tons of Gravel?
15 Tons of gravel is about 10.6 cubic yards. At 3 inches deep it covers about 1,143 sq ft. Convert any material below.
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15 Tons in cubic yards, by material
| Material | Cubic yards | Cubic feet |
|---|---|---|
| Gravel | 10.6 | 286 |
| Pea Gravel | 11.5 | 312 |
| Crushed Stone | 10.0 | 270 |
| River Rock | 10.7 | 289 |
| Crusher Run | 10.0 | 270 |
| Topsoil | 13.9 | 375 |
Weights per cubic yard are listed on each material page.
Area 15 tons of gravel covers
| Depth | Square feet |
|---|---|
| 2 in | 1,714 |
| 3 in | 1,143 |
| 4 in | 857 |
| 6 in | 571 |
What 15 tons of gravel costs
HomeGuide puts bulk gravel and crushed stone at $10 to $50 per ton, so 15 tons costs about $150 to $750 for the stone. Pea gravel runs $28 to $45 per ton, or $420 to $675. Delivery adds $10 to $25 per ton.
HomeGuide says a 10-wheel dump truck carries 12 to 20 tons, so this is about one truckload.
Common questions
How many yards is 15 tons of gravel?
About 10.6 cubic yards at 1.42 tons per cubic yard; crushed stone at 1.5 gives 10.0.
How much area does 15 tons of gravel cover?
About 1,714 sq ft at 2 inches or 857 sq ft at 4 inches.
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Sources
- https://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/dirt-mud-densities-d_1727.html
- https://hellogravel.com/guides/2025-gravel-prices-per-ton-delivered-cost-calculator-and-regional-rates/
- https://selectsg.com/how-much-does-a-yard-of-crushed-stone-weigh/
- https://homeguide.com/costs/gravel-prices