How much will 1 ton of asphalt cover at 2 inches?
One short ton of asphalt covers about 82.8 square feet, or 9.2 square yards, at 2 inches compacted thickness. At a generic 145 lb/ft³, 2,000 pounds is 13.79 cubic feet, and spreading that 2 inches deep gives 13.79 × 12 ÷ 2 = 82.8 square feet. Mix density changes the result, so confirm it with the supplier.
How far will 1 ton of asphalt go at other thicknesses?
| Compacted thickness | Square feet per ton | Square yards per ton |
|---|---|---|
| 1 inch | 165.5 | 18.4 |
| 1.5 inches | 110.3 | 12.3 |
| 2 inches | 82.8 | 9.2 |
| 3 inches | 55.2 | 6.1 |
| 4 inches | 41.4 | 4.6 |
Asphalt coverage per ton formula
Square feet per ton = 2,000 ÷ density in lb/ft³ ÷ (thickness in inches ÷ 12). Divide by 9 for square yards. In reverse, 1 SY at 2 inches is 9 × (2 ÷ 12) × 145 = 217.5 pounds, or about 0.109 tons. These figures are before any allowance for waste.