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Bargo River Road

NSWTertiary road3.2 km17 segments
6.5Sports
3.2 kmTotal length
17Segments
21Grey spot segments
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Bargo River Road is a 3 km sealed tertiary route in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 7.6/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs.

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Vehicle scores
6.5/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.1/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.5/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 17 segments
Excellent (8+)19%Good (6-8)62%Fair (4-6)19%

Sports score IQR: 6.2 - 6.8

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.4
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classTertiary road
9.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 17 segments· 10 years of data
21
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for NSW. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

When is this road risky?
Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

35%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

50%

Based on 10 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.3/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure44%
Night driving risk59%
Wind exposure60%
Sun glare risk99%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments
Top 21 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#110646266Asphalt0.23 km9.19.19.1#110975021Asphalt0.50 km8.78.78.8#110975022Asphalt0.30 km8.48.48.4#110975023Asphalt0.53 km8.18.18.2#110975020Asphalt0.06 km7.67.48.0#110975024Asphalt0.44 km6.96.87.3#111231173Asphalt0.16 km6.76.57.1#110975025Asphalt0.08 km6.76.57.2#111480577Asphalt0.13 km6.66.37.1#110975026Asphalt0.14 km6.66.37.1#111480578Asphalt0.05 km6.56.37.0#111480898Asphalt0.12 km6.56.27.1#110975019Asphalt0.03 km6.46.27.0#111480576Asphalt0.13 km6.26.06.7#110975027Asphalt0.13 km6.26.06.7#110975028Asphalt0.13 km6.25.96.6#110646267Asphalt0.02 km6.25.96.6#110975029Asphalt0.14 km5.95.66.2#110564905Asphalt0.05 km5.95.66.2#110975030Asphalt0.01 km5.75.45.9#110975031Asphalt0.01 km5.75.45.9
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/bargo-river-road-nswRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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Councils & Government

This road is part of NSW'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 Bargo River Road?+

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

Is Bargo River Road sealed?+

Yes. Bargo River Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Bargo River Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Bargo River Road scores 6.2/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Bargo River Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Bargo River Road scores 7.6/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Bargo River Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Bargo River Road scores 7.1/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Are there any dangerous sections on Bargo River Road?+

Contour has identified 21 grey spots on Bargo River 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: 21 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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