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Burra Road

ACTTertiary road32.2 km86 segments
3.7Sports
32.2 kmTotal length
86Segments
96Grey spot segments
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Burra Road is a 32 km sealed tertiary route in the ACT, Australia. It scores 6.9/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.7/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 86 segments
Excellent (8+)20%Good (6-8)8%Fair (4-6)15%Poor (<4)57%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 6.5

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed48%Unsealed52%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
6.1
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 86 segments· 11 years of data
96
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for ACT. 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
7.2/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure60%
Night driving risk64%
Wind exposure58%
Sun glare risk37%
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 96 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#105268078Asphalt0.59 km9.49.49.4#105136022Asphalt0.46 km9.49.39.3#105268075Asphalt0.47 km9.29.29.2#105136025Asphalt0.58 km9.29.19.2#105268076Asphalt0.37 km9.08.99.0#105268077Asphalt0.39 km8.88.78.7#105136029Asphalt0.37 km8.68.58.6#105136026Asphalt0.23 km8.48.48.6#105136033Asphalt0.41 km8.48.38.5#105136023Asphalt0.36 km8.38.28.4#105136020Asphalt0.43 km8.38.28.3#105268074Asphalt0.41 km8.38.28.3#105136024Asphalt0.50 km8.28.18.3#105136030Asphalt0.40 km8.28.18.4#105136035Asphalt0.42 km8.28.18.2#118097071Asphalt0.27 km8.18.08.1#105136018Asphalt0.40 km8.18.08.1#105136021Asphalt0.36 km8.18.08.2#105136031Asphalt0.18 km8.17.98.2#105268079Asphalt0.09 km7.37.07.7#105268073Asphalt0.28 km7.27.07.3#105136017Asphalt0.48 km7.16.97.2#105136032Asphalt0.04 km6.96.67.4#118097061Asphalt0.19 km6.76.47.1#105268087Asphalt0.08 km6.56.16.7#105136019Asphalt0.07 km6.56.16.7#105136034Asphalt0.02 km6.36.06.4#105141503Asphalt0.36 km5.48.39.1#105141504Asphalt0.49 km5.48.39.1#105246152Asphalt0.24 km5.17.98.6#105175420Asphalt0.43 km5.07.78.4#105175436Asphalt0.50 km4.97.68.3#105175437Asphalt0.51 km4.87.48.0#105156454Asphalt0.50 km4.87.48.0#105175416Asphalt0.43 km4.87.37.9#105246153Asphalt0.12 km4.77.28.0#105175414Asphalt0.48 km4.77.18.1#105175415Asphalt0.49 km4.67.07.7#105268085Asphalt0.04 km4.16.27.6#105175434Asphalt0.63 km4.06.06.9#105268086Asphalt0.05 km4.06.17.1#105175417Asphalt0.15 km3.95.86.8#105268089Asphalt0.04 km3.95.87.1#105141502Asphalt0.07 km3.85.76.9#105175419Asphalt0.06 km3.85.77.0#105175418Asphalt0.04 km3.85.77.1#105175435Asphalt0.10 km3.85.76.8#105141505Asphalt0.17 km3.85.66.9#105175438Asphalt0.33 km3.75.46.6#105156409Asphalt0.02 km3.75.46.6#105268088Asphalt0.01 km3.65.46.4#105175433Asphalt0.21 km3.55.26.2#105154736Concrete0.02 km3.55.36.4#105246151Asphalt0.10 km3.55.26.2#105156455Asphalt0.07 km3.55.26.2#105175440Asphalt0.01 km3.45.05.9#105175439Asphalt0.00 km3.45.05.9#105175421Asphalt0.02 km3.45.05.9#105141526Unpaved0.38 km2.45.74.0#105141525Unpaved0.47 km2.46.04.0#105141524Unpaved0.49 km2.45.34.0#105141523Unpaved0.38 km2.46.04.0#105141522Unpaved0.57 km2.45.74.0#105154737Unpaved0.60 km2.45.74.0#105154742Unpaved0.39 km2.45.34.0#105154743Unpaved0.60 km2.46.04.0#105154744Unpaved0.40 km2.44.24.0#105154745Unpaved0.12 km2.44.14.0#105154746Unpaved0.09 km2.43.94.0#105141521Unpaved0.40 km2.46.04.0#105141520Unpaved0.40 km2.46.04.0#105141519Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#105141518Unpaved0.65 km2.46.04.0#105141517Unpaved0.44 km2.46.04.0#105141516Unpaved0.57 km2.46.04.0#105141515Unpaved0.43 km2.46.04.0#105141514Unpaved0.42 km2.46.04.0#105141513Unpaved0.55 km2.46.04.0#105141512Unpaved0.65 km2.46.04.0#105154739Unpaved0.53 km2.44.44.0#105154740Unpaved0.62 km2.46.04.0#105154741Unpaved0.41 km2.46.04.0#105141511Unpaved0.42 km2.45.84.0#105141510Unpaved0.43 km2.46.04.0#105141509Unpaved0.12 km2.44.34.0#105141508Unpaved0.48 km2.45.84.0#105154738Unpaved0.52 km2.45.64.0#105141507Unpaved0.44 km2.45.84.0#118102600Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#105141506Unpaved0.43 km2.46.04.0#118102599Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0#105141531Unpaved0.39 km2.46.04.0#105141530Unpaved0.57 km2.46.04.0#105141529Unpaved0.49 km2.46.04.0#105141528Unpaved0.48 km2.46.04.0#105141527Unpaved0.36 km2.45.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/burra-road-actRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Burra%20Road&state=ACTSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of ACT'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 Burra Road?+

Burra Road is approximately 32 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Burra Road sealed?+

Yes. Burra Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Burra Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Burra Road scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Burra Road in a caravan?+

With care. Burra Road scores 4.9/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Burra Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Burra Road scores 6.6/10 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 Burra Road?+

Contour has identified 96 grey spots on Burra 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: 22 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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