Asphalt Calculator
Find how many tons of asphalt you need for your driveway
Frequently Asked Questions
Volume (area × compacted thickness) × density gives the weight in tons. A typical residential driveway uses a 2-inch compacted thickness.
Compacted hot-mix asphalt is roughly 140-155 lb per cubic foot (2.3-2.5 tonnes per cubic meter) — 145 lb/cu ft is a safe average.
2 inches compacted is standard for residential driveways; heavily used surfaces or those carrying trucks may need 3-4 inches.
A typical tri-axle delivery truck carries about 20-25 US tons of hot-mix asphalt per load.