Grading Calculator
Calculate cut and fill volumes for site grading projects. Estimates truck loads and accounts for soil compaction and swell factors.
Length of the area in the direction of the slope
Width perpendicular to the slope direction
Current grade — 1% = 1 ft drop per 100 ft
Target grade — 2% is typical for yard drainage away from foundation
Affects compaction/swell factor — clay swells and compacts the most, gravel the least
Leave blank for default by soil type — clay 15%, loam 10%, sand/gravel 5%
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