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How Much Concrete for a 16×24 Footing?

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10.43 cubic yard

For a 16×24 ft footing at 8" depth, with 10% overage included. Estimated cost: $1,721 at US national average pricing.

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How we calculated this

  1. 1. Area: 16 × 24 = 384 sq ft
  2. 2. Volume: 384 × (8/12) = 256 cubic feet
  3. 3. Convert + overage: Add 10% for waste → 10.43 cubic yard
  4. 4. Cost: 10.43 × $165.00 ≈ $1,721

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