How Much Crusher Run for a 10x10 Patio?
How much crusher run for a 10x10 patio: at 3 inches deep you need about 0.93 cubic yards, which is roughly 1.4 tons at 1.55 tons per yard. The patio covers 100 square feet, so every inch of depth adds about 0.31 yards.
Volume and tonnage calculator →The math for a 10x10 patio
- Area: 10 × 10 = 100 sq ft.
- Depth in feet: 3 ÷ 12 = 0.250 ft.
- Cubic feet: 100 × 0.250 = 25.0 cu ft.
- Cubic yards: ÷ 27 = 0.93 yd³.
- Tons: × 1.55 = 1.4 tons.
The volume and tonnage calculator does this for any size.
Crusher run needed by depth
| Depth | Cubic yards | Tons (approx.) | Tons +10% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 in | 0.93 | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| 4 in | 1.23 | 1.9 | 2.1 |
| 6 in | 1.85 | 2.9 | 3.2 |
| 8 in | 2.47 | 3.8 | 4.2 |
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. Weight per yard is a planning number; the scale ticket at the yard is the real one.
Preparing the patio
Remove sod, level the area with a slight slope away from the house, and lay landscape fabric if weeds are a concern. Edging keeps loose material inside the patio footprint. This patio sees foot traffic and furniture, so match the depth to that load rather than to the minimum.
Ordering tips
- Round up. Compaction and uneven ground eat material. Adding about 10 percent is common.
- Delivery size. 1.6 tons fits in a single typical dump truck load; small loads may carry a delivery fee. See how many tons of gravel in a dump truck.
- Bulk vs bags. At about 1.4 tons this job is small enough that bagged material could work; a 0.5 cubic foot bag holds about 1/54 of a yard, so compare the bag count with a bulk minimum.
- Where it drops. Have the truck dump as close to the patio as firm ground allows.
When to choose crusher run
Works well for:
- 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
- Measuring only the main rectangle. Aprons, turnouts and curved edges add real square footage.
- Skipping drainage. Water sitting under any surface softens the base and leads to ruts and potholes.
- Mixing up cubic yards and tons. Yards are volume, tons are weight; convert with the product’s weight per yard.
- Ordering exactly the math. Uneven ground and spillage nearly always need a little more than the flat calculation.
Questions people ask
How many tons of crusher run for a 10x10 patio?
About 1.4 tons at 3 inches deep, or 1.6 tons with 10 percent extra.
How many cubic yards is a 10x10 patio at 3 inches?
About 0.93 cubic yards.
How much does a cubic yard of crusher run weigh?
Usually around 1.5 to 1.7 compacted tons, depending on stone size, fines and moisture.
How deep should crusher run be for a patio?
The table above shows 3 to 8 inches. Shallower depths suit top dressing; deeper depths suit new installs and heavier use.
How many square feet is 10x10?
100 square feet.
Related guides
- Crushed Stone vs Gravel: Differences and Best Uses
- Tons to Cubic Yards for Gravel: Conversion Chart
- How Many Tons of Gravel in a Dump Truck? Loads and Coverage
- How Much Does a Ton of Gravel Cover? Depth Chart
- How Much Crusher Run for a 8x24 Patio?
- How Much Crusher Run for a 8x30 Patio?
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