How Much Crusher Run for 600 Square Feet?
How much crusher run for 600 square feet depends on depth. At 6 inches you need about 11.11 cubic yards, roughly 17.2 tons at 1.55 tons per yard. At 3 inches the order drops to 8.6 tons.
Volume and tonnage calculator →Crusher run for 600 sq ft by depth
| Depth | Cubic yards | Tons | Tons +10% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 in | 5.56 | 8.6 | 9.5 |
| 4 in | 7.41 | 11.5 | 12.6 |
| 6 in | 11.11 | 17.2 | 18.9 |
| 8 in | 14.81 | 23.0 | 25.3 |
Working it out
- 600 sq ft × (6 ÷ 12) ft = 300.0 cubic feet.
- ÷ 27 = 11.11 cubic yards.
- × 1.55 tons per yard = 17.2 tons.
About crusher run
Crusher run (also sold as crush and run, dense-grade aggregate or QP in some regions) mixes stone with stone dust. It compacts into a firm, nearly solid layer, which makes it the usual base under pavers, asphalt and gravel drives. Expect the weight to fall in the range of 1.5 to 1.7 compacted tons per yard.
Before the truck comes
- Measure odd shapes in pieces. Split curves and L-shapes into rectangles and add them.
- Add a margin. About 10 percent covers compaction and low spots.
- Bulk or bags. Bulk delivery is the practical choice here.
- Prep first. Remove sod, compact the subgrade and set edging before the stone arrives.
Use the volume and tonnage calculator for any other size.
When to choose crusher run
Good uses:
- Base under asphalt, pavers or concrete
- Gravel drives that need a firm, packed surface
- Shed pads and equipment pads
Poor fit for:
- Drainage layers, since the fines slow water
- Decorative beds
- Spots where you want water to soak straight through
Quick reference numbers
- Per inch over 100 sq ft: about 0.48 tons of crusher run (0.31 cubic yards).
- Per inch over 1,000 sq ft: about 4.8 tons.
- Another size for comparison: a 15x30 area at 2 inches takes about 4.3 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.55 tons per cubic yard.
Where estimates go wrong
- Using inches as if they were feet. Depth has to be divided by 12 before you multiply; skipping that step inflates the order twelvefold.
- Forgetting that compaction shrinks loose material. A loose 4-inch spread of a dense-graded stone may finish closer to 3 inches after rolling.
- Mixing up cubic yards and tons. Yards are volume, tons are weight; convert with the product’s weight per yard.
- Skipping drainage. Water sitting under any surface softens the base and leads to ruts and potholes.
Questions people ask
How many tons of crusher run for 600 square feet?
About 17.2 tons at 6 inches deep.
How many cubic yards of crusher run for 600 square feet?
About 11.11 yards at 6 inches.
How much crusher run for 600 square feet at 3 inches?
About 8.6 tons, or 5.56 cubic yards.
How much does a yard of crusher run weigh?
About 1.5 to 1.7 compacted tons.
Should I add extra?
Yes, about 10 percent is a common allowance.
Related guides
- Crushed Stone vs Gravel: Differences and Best Uses
- Tons to Cubic Yards for Gravel: Conversion Chart
- How Much Does a Ton of Gravel Cover? Depth Chart
- How Much Crusher Run for 400 Square Feet?
- How Much Crusher Run for 500 Square Feet?
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