How Much Crusher Run for a 14x30 Patio?
How much crusher run for a 14x30 patio is a quick volume problem. 420 square feet at 3 inches comes to 3.89 cubic yards. Crusher run usually weighs about 1.5 to 1.7 compacted tons per cubic yard, so plan on roughly 6.0 tons.
Volume and tonnage calculator →The math for a 14x30 patio
- Area: 14 × 30 = 420 sq ft.
- Depth in feet: 3 ÷ 12 = 0.250 ft.
- Cubic feet: 420 × 0.250 = 105.0 cu ft.
- Cubic yards: ÷ 27 = 3.89 yd³.
- Tons: × 1.55 = 6.0 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 | 3.89 | 6.0 | 6.6 |
| 4 in | 5.19 | 8.0 | 8.8 |
| 6 in | 7.78 | 12.1 | 13.3 |
| 8 in | 10.37 | 16.1 | 17.7 |
About crusher run
The fines in crusher run fill the gaps between stones, so it weighs more per yard than clean stone once compacted. Plan on rolling or plate-compacting it in lifts. 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. 6.6 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 this size bulk delivery is usually the practical choice.
- Where it drops. Have the truck dump as close to the patio as firm ground allows.
Where crusher run fits
Best suited to:
- 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 12x24 area at 4 inches takes about 5.5 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.55 tons per cubic yard.
Mistakes that throw off the order
- Ordering exactly the math. Uneven ground and spillage nearly always need a little more than the flat calculation.
- Mixing up cubic yards and tons. Yards are volume, tons are weight; convert with the product’s weight per yard.
- Ignoring the base. A thin surface layer over soft soil fails early no matter how much material is on top.
- 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 of crusher run for a 14x30 patio?
About 6.0 tons at 3 inches deep, or 6.6 tons with 10 percent extra.
How many cubic yards is a 14x30 patio at 3 inches?
About 3.89 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 14x30?
420 square feet.
Related guides
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- Tons to Cubic Yards for Gravel: Conversion Chart
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- How Much Does a Ton of Gravel Cover? Depth Chart
- How Much Crusher Run for a 14x20 Patio?
- How Much Crusher Run for a 14x24 Patio?
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