Dempsey Road

VICUnclassified road2.7 km6 segments

2.4Sports

6.9Safety

2.7 kmTotal length

6Segments

Dempsey Road is a 2.7 km sealed road in Victoria, Australia. It scores 5.4/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores

2.4/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

4.4/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

4.0/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.4/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

2.6/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 6 segments

Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed43%Unsealed57%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

3.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

0.0

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

10.0

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

9.2

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

2.8

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Wet riskElevated

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.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

Wet road exposure55%

Night driving risk52%

Wind exposure50%

Sun glare risk12%

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 8 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#144259827Asphalt0.56 km5.17.98.5 #144259828Asphalt0.06 km3.85.67.0 #144654304Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0 #144654306Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0 #144654305Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0 #144654303Unpaved0.50 km2.44.54.0 #144654307Unpaved0.50 km2.44.64.0 #144654308Unpaved0.15 km2.44.44.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/dempsey-road-vicRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Dempsey%20Road&state=VICSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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 Dempsey Road?+

Dempsey Road is approximately 2.7 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Dempsey Road sealed?+

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

Is Dempsey Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Dempsey Road scores 4.4/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Dempsey Road in a caravan?+

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

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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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