how bigis a yard of dirt

A yard of dirt usually means one cubic yard : a cube that is 3 feet by 3 feet by 3 feet. It holds 27 cubic feet of dirt and, depending on moisture and soil type, often weighs around 2,000 to 3,000+ pounds.

Quick Scoop

If you’re trying to picture it, think of a small pile big enough to cover about 100 square feet at 3 inches deep.

Easy ways to visualize it

• Length: 3 feet.
• Width: 3 feet.
• Height: 3 feet.
• Volume: 27 cubic feet.

Rule of thumb

• Loose dry soil: about 2,000 to 2,600 lbs.

• Moist soil: can be 3,000 lbs or more.

If you want, I can also help you figure out how many yards of dirt you need for your garden bed or project.