How Much Crusher Run for a 48x64 Pole Barn?
A 48 by 64 pole barn covers 3,072 square feet. Spread 6 inches deep, the pad takes about 56.89 cubic yards, which is roughly 88.2 tons of crusher run. That answers how much crusher run for a 48x64 pole barn for a typical floor base.
Volume and tonnage calculator →The math
- Area: 3,072.0 sq ft.
- Depth in feet: 6 ÷ 12 = 0.500 ft.
- Cubic yards: 3,072.0 × 0.500 ÷ 27 = 56.89 yd³.
- Tons: × about 1.55 tons per yard = 88.2 tons.
The crushed stone calculator does this for any size.
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Crusher run needed by depth
| Depth | Cubic yards | Tons of crusher run | Tons +10% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 in | 37.93 | 58.8 | 64.7 |
| 6 in | 56.89 | 88.2 | 97.0 |
| 8 in | 75.85 | 117.6 | 129.3 |
| 12 in | 113.78 | 176.4 | 194.0 |
How deep the barn pad should be
A 4-inch layer works for storage and light use on firm soil. For equipment, vehicles or a future concrete floor, 6 to 8 inches of compacted stone is common, and soft ground may need more plus fabric underneath.
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Extending the pad past the walls
Many owners run the stone 1 foot beyond each wall: 50x66 feet, 3,300 sq ft, about 94.7 tons at 6 inches. It keeps mud away from the doors and protects the post bases.
Build it in layers
Strip topsoil, level and compact the subgrade, then spread stone in lifts of about 3 to 4 inches, compacting each. A coarser base topped with a finer, packable stone often makes the most solid floor.
Ordering and delivery
Most quarries and landscape yards deliver by the ton; ask whether there is a minimum and a delivery fee, and where the driver can dump without damaging your lawn. Crusher run mixes stone and stone dust, so it packs nearly solid when compacted in layers. The scale ticket is the real weight; tons per yard here is a planning figure.
Questions people ask
How many tons of crusher run for a 48x64 pole barn?
About 88.2 tons at 6 inches deep.
How many yards of crusher run for a 48x64 pad?
About 56.89 cubic yards at 6 inches.
How deep should a pole barn gravel pad be?
About 4 inches for light use and 6 to 8 inches for vehicles or a future slab.
How many tons of crusher run are in a cubic yard?
Roughly 1.55 tons for planning, but suppliers vary with stone size and moisture.
Do I need to compact it?
Yes for anything that carries weight. Compact in lifts of a few inches with a plate compactor.
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