How Much Recycled Concrete Aggregate for 5,000 Square Feet?
How much recycled concrete aggregate for 5,000 square feet depends on depth. At 4 inches you need about 61.73 cubic yards, roughly 80.2 tons at 1.3 tons per yard. At 3 inches the order drops to 60.2 tons.
Volume and tonnage calculator →Recycled concrete aggregate for 5,000 sq ft by depth
| Depth | Cubic yards | Tons | Tons +10% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 in | 46.30 | 60.2 | 66.2 |
| 4 in | 61.73 | 80.2 | 88.3 |
| 6 in | 92.59 | 120.4 | 132.4 |
Working it out
- 5,000 sq ft × (4 ÷ 12) ft = 1,666.7 cubic feet.
- ÷ 27 = 61.73 cubic yards.
- × 1.3 tons per yard = 80.2 tons.
About recycled concrete aggregate
Ask whether the recycled concrete has been screened for rebar and debris. Fresh-crushed concrete can also be alkaline, so keep it away from sensitive plantings and streams. Most suppliers will quote 1.2 to 1.4 tons per yard for this material.
Ordering checklist
- 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.
Where recycled concrete aggregate fits
Works well for:
- Driveway and pad bases
- Temporary construction entrances
- Fill under slabs when compacted in lifts
Poor fit for:
- Near ponds, streams or sensitive plants, since fresh crush can raise pH
- Decorative top layers
- Drainage layers, unless the product is clean and screened
Quick reference numbers
- Per inch over 100 sq ft: about 0.40 tons of recycled concrete aggregate (0.31 cubic yards).
- Per inch over 1,000 sq ft: about 4.0 tons.
- Another size for comparison: a 8x16 area at 2 inches takes about 1.0 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.3 tons per cubic yard.
Where estimates go wrong
- Ignoring the base. A thin surface layer over soft soil fails early no matter how much material is on top.
- 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.
- Skipping drainage. Water sitting under any surface softens the base and leads to ruts and potholes.
Questions people ask
How many tons of recycled concrete aggregate for 5,000 square feet?
About 80.2 tons at 4 inches deep.
How many cubic yards of recycled concrete aggregate for 5,000 square feet?
About 61.73 yards at 4 inches.
How much recycled concrete aggregate for 5,000 square feet at 3 inches?
About 60.2 tons, or 46.30 cubic yards.
How much does a yard of recycled concrete aggregate weigh?
About 1.2 to 1.4 tons.
Should I add extra?
Yes, about 10 percent is a common allowance.
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