Demolition Debris Weight

Tons of debris and recommended dumpster size by structure type.

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Formula and source

Tonnage = volume × density (pcf) / 2000. Densities by structure type (wood-frame ~ 18 pcf, masonry ~ 110, mixed-use ~ 60). Dumpster sizing across 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 yd³ steps.

EPA Construction and Demolition Debris Management guidance (EPA-530-K-16-002) by name; engineering-practice density values.

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