Trench Volume Calculator

Estimate trench spoil, bedding, and backfill volumes for a utility run.

Trench

Width (in)

Depth (in)

Length (ft)

Bedding (in)

Pipe OD (in)

Displaces backfill

Soil

Volumes

Spoil (loose haul)37.04 yd³

Spoil (bank)29.63 yd³

Bedding3.7 yd³

Backfill Zone25.93 yd³

Backfill = trench − bedding − pipe displacement. Loose spoil adds 25% swell.

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