Dry sand weighs about 2,700 lbs (1.35 tons) per cubic yard. Wet sand is heavier at about 3,200 lbs per cubic yard.

Construction Calculators

Sand Calculator – How Much Sand Needed?

Calculate the amount of sand needed for your project in tons or cubic yards.

Length (ft)

Width (ft)

Depth (inches)

Sand Calculator Formula

Volume = L × W × Depth

Tons = Cubic Yards × 1.35 (avg sand density)

Area: 20ft × 15ft × 3in deep

Volume = 20 × 15 × 0.25 = 75 cu ft = 2.78 cu yd

Weight ≈ 3.75 tons

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