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Buggs Road

TASUnclassified road0.9 km3 segments
2.4Sports
0.9 kmTotal length
3Segments
6Grey spot segments

Buggs Road is a 1 km unsealed road in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 7.4/10 for 4WDs with gently winding corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 3 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
5.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classUnclassified road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 3 segments· 28 years of data
6
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for TAS. 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
6.2/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure74%
Night driving risk74%
Wind exposure61%
Sun glare risk66%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/buggs-road-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Buggs%20Road&state=TASSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of TAS'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 Buggs Road?+

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

Is Buggs Road sealed?+

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

Is Buggs Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Buggs Road scores 5.2/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Buggs Road in a caravan?+

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

Is Buggs Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Buggs Road scores 7.4/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Buggs Road?+

Contour has identified 6 grey spots on Buggs 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: 16 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.