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Deaths Lane

NSWUnclassified road10.8 km23 segments
3.9Sports
8.4Safety
10.8 kmTotal length
23Segments
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Deaths Lane is a 11 km sealed road in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 6.7/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Scores par véhicule
3.9/10
SPTSportRoutes revêtues, sinuosité, cols de montagne
5.7/10
MOTMotoVirages serrés, lacets, routes techniques
6.7/10
VEVESurface lisse, routes revêtues, compatible avec l'autonomie
5.1/10
4x44x4Accès gravier, aptitude hors-route
5.0/10
VANCaravaneRevêtement lisse, pentes douces, pas de cols raides
Distribution de qualité des tronçons
Score Sport - 23 tronçons
Correct (4-6)12%Faible (<4)88%

IQR score Sport : 3.7 - 4.0

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Détail du score
Scores médians des composants sur tous les tronçons
Surface
10.0
Qualité de surface médiane. Bitume lisse = 10. Gravillonnage = 8. Gravier = 5.
Sinuosité
0.4
Sinuosité médiane. Plus le score est élevé, plus la route a de virages par kilomètre.
Vitesse
10.0
Adéquation à la limite de vitesse. Sweet spot à 60-110 km/h.
Classe de routeUnclassified road
8.0
Classification routière. Les autoroutes ont zéro. Les routes tertiaires ont 9.
Trafic
9.0
Densité de trafic estimée. Moins de trafic = score plus élevé.
Dénivelé
4.0
Changement d'altitude par kilomètre. Plus ça monte = score plus élevé.
Road intel
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 exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Environnement routier
Indicateurs de risque dérivés de la géométrie et du climat
Exposition route mouillée35%
Risque de conduite de nuit49%
Exposition au vent50%
Risque d'éblouissement21%
Risque de collision avec la faune11%

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

Segments
Top 23 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#143129658Asphalt0.40 km4.77.18.0#143129662Asphalt0.50 km4.66.97.7#143129670Asphalt0.37 km4.05.97.1#143129669Asphalt0.50 km4.05.87.0#143129665Asphalt0.03 km4.05.87.0#143129664Asphalt0.38 km4.05.87.0#143129668Asphalt0.54 km4.05.87.0#143129648Asphalt0.50 km3.95.76.7#143129663Asphalt0.50 km3.85.66.6#143129661Asphalt0.59 km3.85.66.6#143129656Asphalt0.50 km3.85.66.6#143129666Asphalt0.62 km3.85.66.6#143129652Asphalt0.51 km3.85.66.6#143129659Asphalt0.37 km3.85.66.6#143129649Asphalt0.50 km3.85.66.6#143129651Asphalt0.50 km3.85.66.6#143129650Asphalt0.37 km3.75.46.3#143129657Asphalt0.50 km3.75.46.3#143129660Asphalt0.50 km3.75.46.3#143129653Asphalt0.50 km3.75.46.3#143129667Asphalt0.64 km3.75.46.3#143129655Asphalt0.50 km3.75.46.3#143129654Asphalt0.48 km3.75.46.3
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/deaths-lane-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 Deaths Lane?+

Deaths Lane is approximately 11 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 10 minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Deaths Lane sealed?+

Yes. Deaths Lane is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Deaths Lane good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Deaths Lane scores 5.7/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Deaths Lane in a caravan?+

With care. Deaths Lane scores 5.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Deaths Lane good for an EV?+

Yes. Deaths Lane scores 6.7/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

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Road data last updated: 28 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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