How Much Gravel for a 18x75 Driveway?
How much gravel for a 18x75 driveway: at 4 inches deep you need about 16.67 cubic yards, which is roughly 23.3 tons at 1.4 tons per yard. The driveway covers 1,350 square feet, so every inch of depth adds about 4.17 yards.
Volume and tonnage calculator →The math for a 18x75 driveway
- Area: 18 × 75 = 1,350 sq ft.
- Depth in feet: 4 ÷ 12 = 0.333 ft.
- Cubic feet: 1,350 × 0.333 = 450.0 cu ft.
- Cubic yards: ÷ 27 = 16.67 yd³.
- Tons: × 1.4 = 23.3 tons.
The volume and tonnage calculator does this for any size.
Gravel needed by depth
| Depth | Cubic yards | Tons (approx.) | Tons +10% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 8.33 | 11.7 | 12.8 |
| 3 in | 12.50 | 17.5 | 19.2 |
| 4 in | 16.67 | 23.3 | 25.7 |
| 6 in | 25.00 | 35.0 | 38.5 |
About gravel
Because ’gravel’ covers so many products, the weight per yard moves with stone size and how much fine material is in the pile. Rounded stone with no fines rolls under tires; crushed stone with fines locks together. Ask your supplier for their own tons-per-yard figure, since stone source and moisture shift it.
Preparing the driveway
Strip sod and soft topsoil, grade for drainage and compact the subgrade before any stone goes down. Gravel drives last longer with a compacted base layer under the top stone and a slight crown so water runs off. For car and truck traffic, the depths in the table above are a reasonable starting range.
Ordering tips
- Round up. Compaction and uneven ground eat material. Adding about 10 percent is common.
- Delivery size. 25.7 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 driveway as firm ground allows.
When to choose gravel
Best suited to:
- Rural driveways and lanes where low upfront cost matters
- Drainage areas and around downspouts
- Temporary access while a site is under construction
Think twice for:
- Steep slopes, where loose stone washes downhill
- Spots plowed often, since plows push gravel into the lawn
- Areas next to doors, because stone tracks inside
Quick reference numbers
- Per inch over 100 sq ft: about 0.43 tons of gravel (0.31 cubic yards).
- Per inch over 1,000 sq ft: about 4.3 tons.
- Another size for comparison: a 8x16 area at 2 inches takes about 1.1 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.4 tons per cubic yard.
Common estimating mistakes
- Measuring only the main rectangle. Aprons, turnouts and curved edges add real square footage.
- Ordering exactly the math. Uneven ground and spillage nearly always need a little more than the flat calculation.
- Skipping drainage. Water sitting under any surface softens the base and leads to ruts and potholes.
- 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 gravel for a 18x75 driveway?
About 23.3 tons at 4 inches deep, or 25.7 tons with 10 percent extra.
How many cubic yards is a 18x75 driveway at 4 inches?
About 16.67 cubic yards.
How much does a cubic yard of gravel weigh?
Usually around 1.3 to 1.5 tons, depending on stone size, fines and moisture.
How deep should gravel be for a driveway?
The table above shows 2 to 6 inches. Shallower depths suit top dressing; deeper depths suit new installs and heavier use.
How many square feet is 18x75?
1,350 square feet.
Related guides
- How Much Does a Ton of Gravel Cover? Depth Chart
- Tons to Cubic Yards for Gravel: Conversion Chart
- How Many Tons of Gravel in a Dump Truck? Loads and Coverage
- How Much Gravel for a 18x60 Driveway?
- How Much Gravel for a 18x70 Driveway?
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