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1 Soil: Weighs about 2,200 pounds per cubic yard, depending on the moisture content. 2  Sand, Gravel, Stone: Can tip the scales at upwards of 3,000 pounds per cubic yard.
Dirt. 1 Cubic Yard of dry Dirt is approximately 2,000 lbs. or one ton (this weight will increase significantly when product is wet). 1 Yard of Dirt will cover approximately 324 square feet at a 1 inch depth. Mulch. 1 Cubic Yard of dry Mulch can weigh between 600 to 800 lbs. or up to half a ton (Note: this weight will increase significantly when product is wet). 1 Yard of Mulch will cover approximately 100 square feet at a 3 inch depth.