Excavation Volume for 10 x 10 x 4 ft Hole
A 10 ft × 10 ft × 4 ft excavation contains approximately 14.8 cubic yards of dirt.
How to use this tool
- Enter excavation length, width, and depth in feet.
- The calculator returns volume in cubic feet, cubic yards, and estimated truck loads.
- Account for soil swell (excavated soil expands by 20–30% in volume).
Calculate the cubic yards of soil to remove for a 10 by 10 foot hole dug 4 feet deep.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I calculate excavation volume?
- Multiply length × width × depth in feet to get cubic feet. Divide by 27 to convert to cubic yards. A standard dump truck holds about 10–14 cubic yards.
- How many cubic yards fit in a dump truck?
- A standard single-axle dump truck holds about 10 cubic yards. Tandem and tri-axle trucks can carry 14–20 cubic yards.