crushed stone yards to tons

Converting cubic yards of crushed stone to tons requires knowing the density (weight per cubic yard) of the specific type of crushed stone. Here’s how to do it:

General Formula:
\[
\text{Tons} = \text{Cubic Yards} \times \text{Density (tons per cubic yard)}
\]

Average Densities for Crushed Stone:
| Material Type | Approximate Density (lbs/yd³) | Approximate Density (tons/yd³) |
|———————|——————————|——————————–|
| Granite | 2,700 – 3,000 lbs/yd³ | 1.35 – 1.5 tons/yd³ |
| Limestone | 2,400 – 2,700 lbs/yd³ | 1.2 – 1.35 tons/yd³ |
| Sandstone | 2,200 – 2,500 lbs/yd³ | 1.1 – 1.25 tons/yd³ |
| Gravel (loose) | 2,200 – 2,800 lbs/yd³ | 1.1 – 1.4 tons/yd³
*(Note: Densities vary by moisture content and compaction.)*

Example Calculation:
If you have 5 cubic yards of crushed limestone with a density of 1.25 tons per cubic yard, the conversion is:
\[
5 \, \text{yd}^3 \times 1.25 \, \text{tons/yd}^3 = \mathbf{6.25 \, \text{tons}}
\]

Quick Reference Table for Common Conversions:
| Cubic Yards (yd³) | Tons (Granite ~1.4 t/yd³) | Tons (Limestone ~1.25 t/yd³) |
|——————-|————————–|—————————–|
| 1 yd³ | ~1.4 tons | ~1.25 tons |
| 5 yd³ | ~7 tons | ~6.25 tons |
| 10 yd³ | ~14 tons | ~12.5 tons |

Important Notes:
– Always confirm the exact density from your supplier.
– Moisture can increase weight significantly.
– Compaction can affect volume-to-weight ratios.

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