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Compaction Loss Calculator

Volume =
Swell =
Swell, Custom = 0
Volume Needed =

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Estimates the cubic yards of soil you will need taking into account the loss of soil as a result of compaction. Soil swells, increasing in volume, after it is disturbed and in a loose state. This must be accounted for when filling an excavation. The volume of the excavation will not equal the amount of loose soil.

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-Volume: Volume of the area to be filled.
-Swell: Soil swell rate based on the type of soil or choose Custom to enter a custom swell percentage.
-Swell, Custom%: choose Custom for Swell and then enter a percentage here.
-Volume Needed: Total volume of soil needed to fill the excavation after it is compacted into the area.
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Examples

Estimate the cubic yards of dry earth needed to fill an excavation where the measurements equal 18.6yd³ before loss of compaction has been determined.
-Volume: 18.6yd³
-Swell: Earth (Dry)
-Swell, Custom: 0%
You will need 20.67yd³ to fill the excavation.

Keywords

Volume
Swell
Swell, Custom
Volume Needed
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