Chimney Pot Hill Road

TASTertiary road2.5 km10 segments

5.3Sports

2.5 kmTotal length

10Segments

1Recorded crashes

13Grey spot segments

Chimney Pot Hill Road is a 2 km sealed tertiary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 9.1/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for 4WDs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

5.3/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

8.3/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

9.1/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

8.3/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

1.9/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 10 segments

Fair (4-6)90%Poor (<4)10%

Sports score IQR: 4.5 - 5.4

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

10.0

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

10.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 10 segments· 28 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

Grey spots

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

When is this road risky?

Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

100%

Based on 28 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

6.6/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure53%

Night driving risk71%

Wind exposure63%

Sun glare risk81%

Wildlife strike risk12%

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

Segments

Top 14 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#108443575Asphalt0.47 km7.77.78.0 #108443578Asphalt0.24 km7.77.78.0 #108443576Asphalt0.37 km7.77.78.0 #108443577Asphalt0.37 km7.77.78.0 #108411515Asphalt0.36 km5.48.49.2 #108411512Asphalt0.35 km5.48.39.2 #108411514Asphalt0.39 km5.48.39.2 #108411516Asphalt0.21 km5.48.39.1 #108411513Asphalt0.35 km5.48.39.1 #108411511Asphalt0.37 km5.38.18.9 #108411517Asphalt0.28 km5.07.68.3 #108411510Asphalt0.05 km4.56.88.0 #108411518Asphalt0.10 km4.36.47.6 #108411519Asphalt0.00 km3.95.87.1

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

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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 Chimney Pot Hill Road?+

Chimney Pot Hill Road is approximately 2 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Chimney Pot Hill Road sealed?+

Yes. Chimney Pot Hill Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Chimney Pot Hill Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Chimney Pot Hill Road scores 8.3/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Chimney Pot Hill Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Chimney Pot Hill Road scores 1.9/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Chimney Pot Hill Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Chimney Pot Hill Road scores 9.1/10 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 Chimney Pot Hill Road?+

Contour has identified 13 grey spots on Chimney Pot Hill 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.

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