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Congarinni Road South

NSWUnclassified road7.4 km19 segments
5.3Sports
7.4 kmTotal length
19Segments
21Grey spot segments
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Congarinni Road South is a 7 km sealed road in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 9.0/10 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
8.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
9.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.3/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 19 segments
Fair (4-6)81%Poor (<4)19%

Sports score IQR: 4.7 - 5.3

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed93%Unsealed7%
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 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 19 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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

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
7.1/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure53%
Night driving risk73%
Wind exposure62%
Sun glare risk42%
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
#111038997Asphalt0.54 km5.48.39.1#111520289Asphalt0.59 km5.48.39.1#111038998Asphalt0.45 km5.38.39.0#111520296Asphalt0.65 km5.38.39.0#111039003Asphalt0.19 km5.38.29.0#111520290Asphalt0.65 km5.38.18.9#111039002Asphalt0.16 km5.38.18.9#111520297Asphalt0.43 km5.28.18.9#111039001Asphalt0.53 km5.17.98.7#111520291Asphalt0.50 km5.17.88.7#111375633Asphalt0.34 km5.17.88.5#111038999Asphalt0.65 km4.97.68.3#111520292Asphalt0.39 km4.97.58.3#111520294Asphalt0.26 km4.87.48.0#111520293Asphalt0.53 km4.87.48.0#111520298Asphalt0.12 km4.87.38.3#111039000Asphalt0.08 km4.67.08.0#111520299Concrete0.03 km3.65.56.7#111520295Concrete0.02 km3.24.85.6#111375635Unpaved0.02 km2.45.04.0#111375634Unpaved0.52 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/congarinni-road-south-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 Congarinni Road South?+

Congarinni Road South is approximately 7 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Congarinni Road South sealed?+

Yes. Congarinni Road South is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Congarinni Road South good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Congarinni Road South scores 8.2/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Congarinni Road South in a caravan?+

With care. Congarinni Road South scores 5.3/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Congarinni Road South good for an EV?+

Yes. Congarinni Road South scores 9.0/10 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 Congarinni Road South?+

Contour has identified 21 grey spots on Congarinni Road South - 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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