How Much Crusher Run for a 30x24 Parking Pad?
How much crusher run for a 30x24 parking pad is a quick volume problem. 720 square feet at 4 inches comes to 8.89 cubic yards. Crusher run usually weighs about 1.5 to 1.7 compacted tons per cubic yard, so plan on roughly 13.8 tons.
Volume and tonnage calculator →The math for a 30x24 parking pad
- Area: 30 × 24 = 720 sq ft.
- Depth in feet: 4 ÷ 12 = 0.333 ft.
- Cubic feet: 720 × 0.333 = 240.0 cu ft.
- Cubic yards: ÷ 27 = 8.89 yd³.
- Tons: × 1.55 = 13.8 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 | 6.67 | 10.3 | 11.4 |
| 4 in | 8.89 | 13.8 | 15.2 |
| 6 in | 13.33 | 20.7 | 22.7 |
| 8 in | 17.78 | 27.6 | 30.3 |
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. If the yard sells by the cubic yard instead of the ton, use the cubic-yard column directly.
Preparing the parking pad
Dig out organic soil, compact the subgrade and set an edge so the stone does not migrate onto the lawn. A pad that holds parked weight for long periods benefits from a dense base under the surface stone. This parking pad sees parked vehicles, 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. 15.2 tons may take more than one 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 parking pad as firm ground allows.
Good and poor uses for 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 8x16 area at 4 inches takes about 2.4 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.55 tons per cubic yard.
Where estimates go wrong
- Skipping drainage. Water sitting under any surface softens the base and leads to ruts and potholes.
- Measuring only the main rectangle. Aprons, turnouts and curved edges add real square footage.
- Assuming every supplier uses the same weight. Two yards selling the same product name can quote different tons per yard.
- Ignoring the base. A thin surface layer over soft soil fails early no matter how much material is on top.
Questions people ask
How many tons of crusher run for a 30x24 parking pad?
About 13.8 tons at 4 inches deep, or 15.2 tons with 10 percent extra.
How many cubic yards is a 30x24 parking pad at 4 inches?
About 8.89 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 parking pad?
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 30x24?
720 square feet.
Related guides
- Crushed Stone vs Gravel: Differences and Best Uses
- Tons to Cubic Yards for Gravel: Conversion Chart
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- How Much Does a Ton of Gravel Cover? Depth Chart
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