- Driveways and access roads
- Parking lots and pads
- Construction site preparation and backfill
- Oilfield lease and access road building
- Yard levelling, landscaping, and garden beds
Plan Your Project
Soil & Aggregate Calculator for Gravel, Fill & Base Materials
Estimate the Right Amount of Aggregate or Soil for Your Project
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Planning a construction, landscaping, or oilfield project starts with knowing how much material you need. Use our soil and aggregate calculator to estimate volume based on your project dimensions, so you can order the right amount of gravel, fill, base material, or topsoil.
Aggregate Calculator
Estimate the amount of materials you need to order.
Weight estimate uses a density of 1.45 tonnes per cubic yard, typical for crushed stone and gravel.
Soil Calculator
Estimate the amount of materials you need to order.
Weight estimate uses a density of 1.15 tonnes per cubic yard, typical for topsoil and fill.
Have Your Estimate?
Send us your numbers and we will confirm quantities, pricing, and delivery for your project.
Request a QuoteHow This Calculator Helps You Choose What to Buy
Whether you are building a driveway, preparing a construction site, or levelling a yard, knowing the volume of material you need helps you make better decisions before placing an order.
- Avoid overordering and paying for material you do not need
- Avoid underordering and dealing with delays waiting for a second delivery
- Compare materials by understanding how much of each product fits your project dimensions
- Plan your budget by estimating volume before requesting a quote
How the Soil & Aggregate Calculator Works
Enter the length, width, and depth of the area you need to fill or cover. The calculator converts your measurements into total volume in cubic yards, cubic metres, and cubic feet, along with an estimated weight in metric tonnes.
Keep in mind that actual material needs can vary based on compaction rates, moisture content, and how the material settles. For large orders or projects requiring precise quantities, contact us for a more detailed estimate.
How to Measure for Accurate Results
- Measure the length and width of the area you plan to cover or fill.
- Determine the depth of material required. Typical depth ranges include:
- Driveways: 4 to 8 inches
- Road base: 6 to 12 inches
- Topsoil for lawns and gardens: 2 to 6 inches
- Use consistent units for all three measurements (feet, metres, or yards).
- Input your numbers into the calculator above and hit Calculate.
Common Uses
Choosing the Right Material
Road Crush
A blend of crushed gravel and fines that compacts well and forms a solid surface. Used for driveways, access roads, parking areas, and base layers.
Pit Run
Natural gravel taken directly from the pit without additional processing. Good for fill, sub-base, and large volume projects.
Manufactured Fines
Fine crushed aggregate suitable for levelling, packing around utilities, and as a base layer under pavers and concrete.
Topsoil
Screened soil for lawns, gardens, landscaping, and grading. Available in various blends depending on project needs.
Next Steps
Once you have an estimate from the calculator, here is what to do next:
- Browse our aggregate products to find the right material for your project
- Check out our soil products for landscaping and grading needs
- Learn about our delivery services across Northern Alberta
- Ordering in the Lac La Biche area? See our local gravel and aggregate supply page
Calculator FAQs
How do I calculate how much gravel I need?
Multiply the length, width, and depth of the area to get the volume, then convert to cubic yards and tonnes. The calculator above does this for you: a 50 ft by 12 ft driveway at 6 inches deep works out to about 11 cubic yards, or roughly 16 metric tonnes of gravel.
How many tonnes is a cubic yard of gravel or crushed rock?
A cubic yard of gravel or crushed rock weighs about 1.45 metric tonnes, which is the conversion factor our aggregate calculator uses. The exact weight varies with moisture content and how tightly the material packs.
How much road base do I need for a driveway or access road?
Most driveways need 4 to 8 inches of road crush, and access roads over soft ground often need 6 to 12 inches. A 100 ft by 12 ft driveway at 6 inches deep needs about 22 cubic yards, or roughly 32 metric tonnes of road crush.
How do I calculate pit run for fill?
Calculate pit run the same way as other aggregates: length times width times depth, converted to cubic yards or tonnes. Pit run is unprocessed gravel straight from the pit, so it settles more than crushed material; a 10 to 20 percent allowance on top of the calculated volume is a common rule of thumb for compaction and settling.
Does the calculator work for topsoil and screened soil?
Yes. Use the soil calculator above, which converts volume at about 1.15 metric tonnes per cubic yard. Lawns and gardens typically need 2 to 6 inches of topsoil.
How accurate are the calculator results?
The results are planning estimates. Compaction, moisture, and settling all affect the final quantity, so for large orders or projects that need precise amounts, request a quote and we will confirm quantities for the specific material.
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Ready to order? Contact us for pricing, availability, and delivery options. We serve Lac La Biche, Caslan, Cold Lake, and communities across Northern Alberta.
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