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Newcastle Waters Road

NTUnclassified road3.1 km9 segments
2.4Sports
6.3Safety
3.1 kmTotal length
9Segments
9Grey spot segments
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Newcastle Waters Road is a 3 km unsealed road in the Northern Territory, Australia. It scores 6.4/10 for 4WDs with gently winding corners and rough surface.

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Punteggi per veicolo
2.4/10
SPTSportStrade asfaltate, tortuosità, passi di montagna
5.4/10
MOTMotoCurve strette, tornanti, strade tecniche
4.0/10
EVEVManto liscio, strade asfaltate, amico dell'autonomia
6.4/10
4x44x4Accesso ghiaia, idoneità fuoristrada
2.6/10
VANCaravanAsfalto liscio, pendenze dolci, nessun passo ripido
Distribuzione qualità dei tratti
Punteggio Sport - 9 tratti
Scarso (<4)100%

IQR punteggio Sport: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Dettaglio del punteggio
Punteggi mediani dei componenti su tutti i tratti
Manto
3.0
Qualità mediana del manto. Asfalto liscio = 10. Chipseal = 8. Ghiaia = 5.
Tortuosità
5.1
Tortuosità mediana. Punteggi più alti significano più curve per chilometro.
Velocità
7.0
Adeguatezza del limite di velocità. Punto ideale a 60-110 km/h.
Classe stradaUnclassified road
8.0
Classificazione stradale. Le autostrade hanno zero. Le strade terziarie hanno 9.
Traffico
9.0
Densità di traffico stimata. Meno traffico = punteggio più alto.
Dislivello
4.0
Variazione di altitudine per chilometro. Più salita = punteggio più alto.
Road intel
Grey spots9 of 9 segments
Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.
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.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Storico incidenti
Aggregato su 9 tratti
9
Zone grigie

Il collegamento dei registri incidenti non è ancora disponibile per NT. Le zone grigie sono tratti dove la geometria di curvatura non corrisponde al limite di velocità - vengono segnalate indipendentemente dallo storico incidenti.

Ambiente stradale
Indicatori di rischio derivati da geometria e clima
Esposizione strada bagnata58%
Rischio guida notturna55%
Esposizione al vento49%
Rischio abbagliamento solare93%
Rischio impatto fauna14%

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

Segments
Top 9 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#139783685Unpaved0.38 km2.45.84.0#139783686Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#139783687Unpaved0.42 km2.45.44.0#139783688Unpaved0.38 km2.44.44.0#139783689Unpaved0.36 km2.44.74.0#139783690Unpaved0.22 km2.45.64.0#139783691Unpaved0.45 km2.45.14.0#139783692Unpaved0.41 km2.45.54.0#139783693Unpaved0.12 km2.44.94.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/newcastle-waters-road-ntRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Newcastle%20Waters%20Road&state=NTSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of NT'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 Newcastle Waters Road?+

Newcastle Waters Road is approximately 3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Newcastle Waters Road sealed?+

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

Is Newcastle Waters Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Newcastle Waters Road scores 5.4/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Newcastle Waters Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Newcastle Waters Road scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Newcastle Waters Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Newcastle Waters Road scores 6.4/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Newcastle Waters Road?+

Contour has identified 9 grey spots on Newcastle Waters Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 26 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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