How Much Is 20 Tons of Gravel?
20 Tons of gravel is about 14.1 cubic yards. At 3 inches deep it covers about 1,524 sq ft. Convert any material below.
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20 Tons in cubic yards, by material
| Material | Cubic yards | Cubic feet |
|---|---|---|
| Gravel | 14.1 | 381 |
| Pea Gravel | 15.4 | 415 |
| Crushed Stone | 13.3 | 360 |
| River Rock | 14.3 | 386 |
| Crusher Run | 13.3 | 360 |
| Topsoil | 18.5 | 500 |
Weights per cubic yard are listed on each material page.
Area 20 tons of gravel covers
| Depth | Square feet |
|---|---|
| 2 in | 2,286 |
| 3 in | 1,524 |
| 4 in | 1,143 |
| 6 in | 762 |
What 20 tons of gravel costs
HomeGuide puts bulk gravel and crushed stone at $10 to $50 per ton, so 20 tons costs about $200 to $1,000 for the stone. Pea gravel runs $28 to $45 per ton, or $560 to $900. 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 20 tons of gravel?
About 14.1 cubic yards at 1.42 tons per cubic yard; crushed stone at 1.5 gives 13.3.
How much area does 20 tons of gravel cover?
About 2,286 sq ft at 2 inches or 1,143 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