How big is a yard of pea gravel?

A yard of pea gravel is 6 feet by 30 feet. We recommend two 4-yard bags for a gravel path or driveway. A 4-yard bag of pea gravel is about 40 cubic feet. If you want a larger pile, you can always add additional gravel when spreading the first batch out.

How much do you need for a yard of pea gravel?

A yard of pea gravel consists of about 27 cubic feet of gravel. That’s about the same amount as a pile of about 1.5 inches of dry sand. If your project requires filling a hole in a raised bed, a yard of pea gravel will be enough to do the job. If you need to fill the space between two raised beds, you’ll need about two yards.

How many yards of pea gravel do you need?

If you’re planning to use pea gravel as a sub-surface drainage layer for new construction or remodeling projects, you’ll need to use the proper amount. If you’re installing pea gravel in an existing drainage system, you’ll need to consider existing conditions. For example, the existing system might be clogged with clay or other debris.

How much of a yard of pea gravel do you need?

For a typical concrete driveway, you will need between 10 and 20 cubic yards of gravel. Most yards of gravel will weigh between 20 and 100 pounds, so you will need between 400 and 4000 pounds of gravel for a concrete driveway.

How many yards of pea gravel is there in a bag

A bag of pea gravel will vary in size from 25 to 75 gallons. If you want to buy several bags to fill a large area, don’t be surprised if you end up paying for multiple bags. A 75-yard bag will cost about $80, by the way.