Shrink/Swell Factor Calculator

Calculate shrink and swell factors for earthwork material.

Mass per unit volume of a substance.
lb/cu yd
Mass per unit volume of a substance.
lb/cu yd
Mass per unit volume of a substance.
lb/cu yd
Three-dimensional space occupied (L × W × H for boxes).
cu yd

Results

Swell Factor:
Calculated swell factor based on your inputs.
-%
Shrink Factor:
Calculated shrink factor based on your inputs.
-%
Loose Volume:
Calculated three-dimensional space.
-cu yd
Compacted Volume:
Calculated three-dimensional space.
-cu yd
Reference: Industry Standards.