Smales Road

VICResidential road1.3 km3 segments

6.3Sports

6.7Safety

1.3 kmTotal length

3Segments

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Smales Road is a 1.3 km unsealed residential street in Victoria, Australia. It scores 7.2/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.

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Scores par véhicule

6.3/10

SPTSportRoutes revêtues, sinuosité, cols de montagne

6.6/10

MOTMotoVirages serrés, lacets, routes techniques

6.2/10

VEVESurface lisse, routes revêtues, compatible avec l'autonomie

7.2/10

4x44x4Accès gravier, aptitude hors-route

3.7/10

VANCaravaneRevêtement lisse, pentes douces, pas de cols raides

Distribution de qualité des tronçons

Score Sport - 3 tronçons

Bon (6-8)63%Correct (4-6)37%

IQR score Sport : 6.1 - 6.6

Surface

Surface coverage

Unsealed100%

Détail du score

Scores médians des composants sur tous les tronçons

Surface

3.5

Qualité de surface médiane. Bitume lisse = 10. Gravillonnage = 8. Gravier = 5.

Sinuosité

9.4

Sinuosité médiane. Plus le score est élevé, plus la route a de virages par kilomètre.

Vitesse

4.0

Adéquation à la limite de vitesse. Sweet spot à 60-110 km/h.

Classe de routeResidential road

3.0

Classification routière. Les autoroutes ont zéro. Les routes tertiaires ont 9.

Trafic

7.0

Densité de trafic estimée. Moins de trafic = score plus élevé.

Dénivelé

8.6

Changement d'altitude par kilomètre. Plus ça monte = score plus élevé.

Road intel

Wet riskElevated

Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.

Night riskPresent

Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.

Wind exposureModerate

Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.

Environnement routier

Indicateurs de risque dérivés de la géométrie et du climat

Exposition route mouillée58%

Risque de conduite de nuit51%

Exposition au vent53%

Risque d'éblouissement5%

Risque de collision avec la faune11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments

Top 16 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#144529981-0.43 km6.77.16.7 #144529980-0.36 km6.67.06.5 #144529982-0.47 km5.65.95.5 #144476127Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0 #144476137Unpaved0.10 km2.44.54.0 #144476124Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0 #144476126Unpaved0.65 km2.44.24.0 #144476131Unpaved0.42 km2.43.84.0 #145057978Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0 #144476129Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0 #144476125Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0 #144476128Unpaved0.50 km2.44.84.0 #144476130Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0 #144476136Unpaved0.60 km2.46.04.0 #145057979Unpaved0.00 km2.43.84.0 #144476132Unpaved0.07 km2.44.04.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/smales-road-vic-2Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Smales Road?+

Smales Road is approximately 1.3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Smales Road sealed?+

No. Smales Road is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Smales Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Smales Road scores 6.6/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Smales Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Smales Road scores 3.7/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Smales Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Smales Road scores 6.2/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Is Smales Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Smales Road scores 7.2/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

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Road data last updated: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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