Blackwood Rise

VICTertiary road0.7 km2 segments

6.7Sports

7.7Safety

0.7 kmTotal length

2Segments

2Grey spot segments

Blackwood Rise is a 1 km sealed tertiary route in Victoria, Australia. It scores 8.1/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs.

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Vehicle scores

6.7/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.4/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

7.1/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.6/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

8.1/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 2 segments

Good (6-8)100%

Sports score IQR: 6.7 - 6.7

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed78%Unsealed23%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

0.0

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

10.0

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.

Road intel

Grey spots2 of 2 segments

Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.

Wet riskModerate

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 exposureHigh

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.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 2 segments

Grey spots

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

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

Wet road exposure41%

Night driving risk44%

Wind exposure60%

Sun glare risk99%

Wildlife strike risk10%

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

Segments

Top 3 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#108601347Asphalt0.23 km6.76.47.1 #108601346Asphalt0.50 km6.76.47.1 #108711903-0.21 km5.96.25.8

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/blackwood-rise-vicRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Blackwood%20Rise&state=VICSearch roads by name

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 Blackwood Rise?+

Blackwood Rise is approximately 1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Blackwood Rise sealed?+

Yes. Blackwood Rise is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Blackwood Rise good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Blackwood Rise scores 6.4/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Blackwood Rise in a caravan?+

Yes. Blackwood Rise scores 8.1/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Blackwood Rise good for an EV?+

Yes. Blackwood Rise 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 Blackwood Rise?+

Contour has identified 2 grey spots on Blackwood Rise - 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: 24 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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