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Denis Drive

TASResidential road0.4 km4 segments
6.8Sports
0.4 kmTotal length
4Segments
4Recorded crashes
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Denis Drive is a 420 m sealed residential street in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 7.2/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.8/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.8/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 4 segments
Excellent (8+)57%Fair (4-6)43%

Sports score IQR: 5.1 - 6.0

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
5.8
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classResidential road
3.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
9.4
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 4 segments· 29 years of data
4
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
0
Grey spots
Last 5 years
2
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.586 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.578Near average

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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

50%

Based on 29 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Segments
Top 4 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#141156129Paved0.24 km8.18.18.2#141156127Paved0.04 km5.35.16.0#141156128Paved0.04 km5.14.95.9#141156126Paved0.10 km5.04.85.8
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/denis-drive-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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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 Denis Drive?+

Denis Drive is approximately 420 m long.

Is Denis Drive sealed?+

Yes. Denis Drive is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Denis Drive good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Denis Drive scores 6.7/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Denis Drive in a caravan?+

With care. Denis Drive scores 5.8/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Denis Drive good for an EV?+

Yes. Denis Drive scores 7.2/10 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: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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