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11 Cubic Yards of Asphalt Millings in Tons

11 cubic yards of asphalt millings in tons works out to about 14.3 tons using a planning weight of 1.3 tons per yard. Real loads land between roughly 13.2 and 15.4 tons depending on stone size, fines and moisture. That is about 28,600 pounds.

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The conversion

  • Yards × tons per yard: 11 × 1.3 = 14.3 tons.
  • Low end: 11 × 1.2 = 13.2 tons.
  • High end: 11 × 1.4 = 15.4 tons.

The scale ticket on delivery day is the final word on weight.

What 11 yards covers

DepthSquare feet
3 in1,188
4 in891
6 in594

About asphalt millings

Millings vary by source: some loads are fine and uniform, others carry chunks. Ask the supplier for a screened product if you want a smoother finish, and check local rules, since some areas restrict their use near water.

Hauling 11 yards

Plan the delivery around 14.3 tons: one tandem in most areas. A pickup is a poor fit for anything past a fraction of a yard; see how much gravel a half-ton pickup can carry.

Before you order

  • Confirm whether the yard prices asphalt millings by the ton or by the yard.
  • Add about 10 percent for compaction and uneven ground.
  • Clear a firm spot for the truck to dump.

The volume and tonnage calculator converts any area and depth into yards and tons.

Good and poor uses for asphalt millings

Good uses:

  • Rural driveways and farm lanes
  • Parking areas where a dust-free surface is wanted
  • Low-cost base under a future paved surface

Poor fit for:

  • Areas near wells or streams where local rules limit them
  • Decorative or barefoot areas
  • Jobs needing a uniform, clean look

Quick reference numbers

  • Per inch over 100 sq ft: about 0.40 tons of asphalt millings (0.31 cubic yards).
  • Per inch over 1,000 sq ft: about 4.0 tons.
  • Another size for comparison: a 8x16 area at 4 inches takes about 2.1 tons.
  • Weight used here: about 1.3 tons per cubic yard.

Common estimating mistakes

  • Ignoring the base. A thin surface layer over soft soil fails early no matter how much material is on top.
  • Measuring only the main rectangle. Aprons, turnouts and curved edges add real square footage.
  • Using inches as if they were feet. Depth has to be divided by 12 before you multiply; skipping that step inflates the order twelvefold.
  • Assuming every supplier uses the same weight. Two yards selling the same product name can quote different tons per yard.

Questions people ask

How many tons is 11 yards of asphalt millings?

About 14.3 tons, with a typical range of 13.2 to 15.4.

How many pounds is 11 cubic yards of asphalt millings?

About 28,600 pounds.

How much area does 11 yards of asphalt millings cover at 4 inches?

About 891 square feet.

Why does asphalt millings weight vary?

Stone size, the share of fines and moisture all change how much a yard weighs.

Is it better to buy by the ton or the yard?

Either works; just convert with the supplier’s own weight per yard so the two quotes compare fairly.

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