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Asphalt Calculator
Calculate asphalt tonnage, material weight, and volume for paving projects.
Enter each layer area directly. Switch to dimensions when all layers use the same footprint.
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Base Course

in

Layer Thickness

ft²

Layer Area

Binder Course

in

Layer Thickness

ft²

Layer Area

Surface Course

in

Layer Thickness

ft²

Layer Area

Tons to order
237.89 tons

Compacted tons: 226.56 tons

Total Volume
3,125 cu ft

Avg. Thickness: 2.5 in

Material cost
$28,546.88

Price per ton: $120.00

Total Area
15,000 sq ft
20-ton truckloads
12
Coverage @ 1 inch
3,281.25 sq ft

Volume (cu ft) = Area (sq ft) × Thickness (in) ÷ 12. Weight (lbs) = Volume × 145 lbs/cu ft. Tons to order add your selected waste factor.

Tons to order = Σ(Area × Thickness ÷ 12 × 145 ÷ 2000) × (1 + waste %)

Note: Asphalt compacts 5-10% when rolled. Enter compacted thickness for best accuracy.

Layer Distribution

Layer Breakdown
Relative weight contribution by asphalt layer
Tons to order237.89
Base Course
4" thick · 120.83 tons
Binder Course
2" thick · 60.42 tons
Surface Course
1.5" thick · 45.31 tons

Detailed Breakdown

LayerThicknessAreaVolumeWeight
Base Course4 in5,000 sq ft1,666.67 cu ft241,667 lbs
Binder Course2 in5,000 sq ft833.33 cu ft120,833 lbs
Surface Course1.5 in5,000 sq ft625 cu ft90,625 lbs

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