Dumpster Weight Guide

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DebrisWeight (lbs)
per Cubic Yard
Weight (tons)
per Cubic Yard
Bricks2,500 – 3,5001.25 – 1.75
Concrete & Asphalt3,500 – 4,2001.75 – 2.1
Dirt2,000 – 3,0001 – 1.5
Drywall500 – 750.25 – .375
General Household Debris150 – 400.075 – .2
Sand3,000 – 3,2001.5 – 1.6
Shingles (asphalt)2,400 – 2,6001.2 – 1.3
Shingles (slate)9,000 – 10,0004.5 – 5
Stone2,600 – 2,8001.3 – 1.4
Wood300 – 500.15 – .25
Yard Waste (no dirt)400 – 700.2 – .35

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