Soil Compaction Index Calculator
Evaluate field compaction using bulk density measurements.
Results
Compaction Index:
Compaction Class:
Recommendation:
Formula
Soil Compaction Index (%) = (Field Bulk Density ÷ Maximum Dry Density) × 100
Maximum Dry Density should be obtained from a Standard or Modified
Proctor compaction test. The calculator is suitable for agricultural
engineering, soil physics, road construction, earthwork and research.
