Cubic Yards Calculator

Calculate volume in cubic yards for various area shapes. Perfect for construction, landscaping, and material estimation.

Volume Calculator
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How to Calculate Cubic Yards for Square Areas

Length Width

Calculating cubic yards for a square area involves a straightforward process:

  1. Measure the dimensions: Determine the length of one side of the square (all sides are equal in a square).
  2. Determine depth: Measure how deep the material will be.
  3. Calculate volume: Multiply the area by the depth to get the volume in cubic feet.
  4. Convert to cubic yards: Divide the cubic feet by 27 (since 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet).
Volume = (Side × Side × Depth) / 27

Example Calculation:

For a square area with sides of 10 feet and a depth of 0.5 feet:

  • Area = 10 ft × 10 ft = 100 sq ft
  • Volume = 100 sq ft × 0.5 ft = 50 cubic ft
  • Cubic yards = 50 / 27 ≈ 1.85 cubic yards

Practical Applications:

  • Calculating concrete needed for a square patio
  • Estimating soil for a square garden bed
  • Determining gravel for a square driveway
  • Planning mulch for square landscaping areas
Calculation Tips
  • Always measure consistently

    Use the same units for all measurements to avoid calculation errors.

  • Account for compaction

    Materials like soil and gravel compact over time, so add 10-15% extra volume.

  • Consider irregular shapes

    Break down complex areas into simpler shapes and calculate separately.

  • Double-check conversions

    Verify unit conversions, especially when mixing imperial and metric measurements.

Did You Know?

Concrete calculations: A standard concrete truck carries 8-10 cubic yards. Knowing your volume needs helps avoid multiple trips.

Mulch coverage: One cubic yard of mulch covers about 100 square feet at a 3-inch depth.

Weight considerations: A cubic yard of gravel weighs approximately 2,800 pounds, while a cubic yard of topsoil weighs about 2,200 pounds.

Volume Conversion Table
Unit Cubic Feet Cubic Yards
1 Cubic Foot 1 0.037
1 Cubic Yard 27 1
1 Cubic Meter 35.315 1.308
1 Cubic Inch 0.000579 0.0000214
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