16×16 slab: concrete by thickness
| Thickness | Cu ft | Cu yd | 80 lb bags | 60 lb bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5″ | 74.67 | 2.77 | 125 | 166 |
| 4″ | 85.33 | 3.16 | 143 | 190 |
| 5″ | 106.67 | 3.95 | 178 | 238 |
| 6″ | 128.00 | 4.74 | 214 | 285 |
No waste included in the table.
Worked example
16 ft × 16 ft = 256 sq ft. At 4 inches: 256 × 4 ÷ 12 = 85.33 cu ft, or 3.16 cubic yards. With 10% extra that is 3.48 yd³, or 157 bags of 80 lb mix.
At over 1 cubic yard, compare the cost and labor of bags against a ready-mix delivery.
Assumes standard concrete mix bag yields: 80 lb ≈ 0.60 cu ft, 60 lb ≈ 0.45 cu ft. Check the yield on your bag. 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet.
Frequently asked questions
How many bags of concrete for a 16×16 slab?
143 × 80 lb or 190 × 60 lb bags at 4 inches thick, before waste.
How many yards of concrete for a 16×16 slab?
3.16 cubic yards at 4 inches; 4.74 at 6 inches.