Grade Staking Calculator
Calculate cut/fill depth, grade rod, and slope stake offsets from design elevation, ground survey, and instrument setup for construction staking.
Inputs
ft
ft
ft
ft
ft
Results
Cut or Fill
FILL
Cut/Fill Depth
1.5 ft
HI Elevation503.2 ft
Ground Elevation498.5 ft
Grade Rod3.2 ft
Sheet Reading-1.5 ft
Catch Point Distance15 ft
Blue Top Rod Reading3.2 ft
Stake MarkingFILL 1.50 / 15.0
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the design elevation at the start and end of the grade.
- Input the horizontal distance between stake points.
- Set the station interval for cut and fill stakes.
- Review the Grade Percentage and the Cut or Fill depth at each station.
- Use the Grade Rod Reading output to set the instrument height for field stake-out.
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