🧮 Professional Asphalt Calculator
Advanced asphalt calculation tool with comprehensive features for all project types
📏 Project Measurements
Enter your project dimensions with unit selection
📦 Calculation Results
All asphalt types and measurements
Total Area
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sq ft (0 sq yd)
Volume (with compaction)
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cu yd (0 cu ft)
All Asphalt Types Required
Note: Estimates include compaction factor. Material costs only - labor, equipment, and preparation costs are additional.
🔧 Irregular Asphalt Shape Calculator
Add multiple rectangular asphalt sections to calculate complex areas for your paving project
Step-by-Step Asphalt Area Visualization
Break complex asphalt shapes into simple rectangles
Each asphalt section becomes a separate rectangle
How to measure irregular asphalt shapes:
- Break your asphalt area into rectangular sections
- Measure each rectangle's length and width accurately
- Add each section using the form below for asphalt calculation
- The asphalt calculator will sum all areas automatically
📊 Asphalt Types & Project Comparison
Complete comparison of all asphalt types and recommended thickness for different projects
Complete Asphalt Types Comparison
| Asphalt Type | Density (tons/yd³) | Weight (lbs/SY·IN) | Best Use | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) | 2.0 | 110 | Driveways, Roads | Most common asphalt type for residential and commercial applications |
| Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA) | 1.9 | 105 | Eco-friendly Projects | Lower temperature production, environmentally friendly option |
| Porous Asphalt | 1.8 | 100 | Parking Lots | Allows water drainage, ideal for storm water management |
| Recycled Asphalt (RAP) | 1.85 | 102 | Budget Projects | Environmentally friendly and cost-effective recycled option |
| Superpave Mix | 2.1 | 115 | Highways | High-performance asphalt designed for heavy traffic loads |
| Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) | 2.05 | 112 | Heavy Traffic Areas | Durable, rut-resistant surface for high-stress applications |
| Premium Dense Mix | 2.15 | 118 | Premium Applications | Maximum durability and performance for critical infrastructure |
Recommended Thickness by Project Type
💡 Pro Tip: Always consult with local asphalt contractors and suppliers for specific recommendations based on your local climate, soil conditions, and traffic patterns.
📋 Thickness Guidelines
🏠 Residential Driveways
- Standard: 2-3 inches
- Heavy use: 3-4 inches
- With heavy vehicles: 4+ inches
🏢 Commercial Areas
- Parking lots: 3-4 inches
- Loading areas: 4-6 inches
- Industrial areas: 6+ inches
🛣️ Roads & Highways
- Local roads: 4-6 inches
- Highways: 6-8 inches
- Heavy haul roads: 8+ inches
⚖️ Density Information
Standard Densities
- Hot Mix Asphalt: 110 lbs/(SY·IN) or 2.0 tons/yd³
- Warm Mix Asphalt: 105 lbs/(SY·IN) or 1.9 tons/yd³
- Recycled Asphalt: 102 lbs/(SY·IN) or 1.85 tons/yd³
- Superpave Mix: 115 lbs/(SY·IN) or 2.1 tons/yd³
- Stone Matrix Asphalt: 112 lbs/(SY·IN) or 2.05 tons/yd³
- Premium Dense Mix: 118 lbs/(SY·IN) or 2.15 tons/yd³
📏 Unit Conversions
- 1 ton = 0.907 tonnes
- 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet
- 1 square yard = 9 square feet
- 1 meter = 3.28084 feet
- 1 inch = 2.54 cm
🔧 Compaction Factor
Typically 5-15% additional material is needed to account for compaction during paving. Our calculator uses 10% by default, which is standard for most projects.