Rip Rap Calculator

Order the right amount of rip rap for shoreline and slope erosion control. Enter the coverage area and stone depth to get cubic yards and tons.

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~1.45 tons per cubic yard for most quarry stone.

🏛 Erosion control

Rip rap slows flowing water and stops bank scouring.

🔋 Sizing guide

Class 1 for gentle slopes, Class 2-3 for wave action and fast water.

🚚 Delivery math

Estimates truckloads at a typical 15-ton dump rate.

🔒 Private

All calculations run locally in your browser.

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