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Derwent Road

NTUnclassified road13.9 km29 segments
2.4Sports
13.9 kmTotal length
29Segments
29Grey spot segments
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Derwent Road is a 14 km unsealed road in the Northern Territory, Australia. It scores 4.7/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
3.9/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 29 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.1
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
2.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 29 segments
29
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for NT. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.3/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure52%
Night driving risk47%
Wind exposure47%
Sun glare risk52%
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 29 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#80554549Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#80554552Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#80554556Unpaved0.46 km2.44.04.0#80554557Unpaved0.52 km2.43.84.0#80554558Unpaved0.45 km2.44.14.0#80554559Unpaved0.42 km2.44.44.0#80554560Unpaved0.56 km2.44.04.0#80554561Unpaved0.49 km2.43.84.0#117997435Unpaved0.07 km2.44.04.0#80554562Unpaved0.60 km2.43.84.0#80554540Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#80554541Unpaved0.59 km2.44.24.0#80554542Unpaved0.60 km2.45.14.0#80554543Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0#80554544Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#80554545Unpaved0.48 km2.43.84.0#80554546Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#80554547Unpaved0.39 km2.43.84.0#80554548Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#80554550Unpaved0.41 km2.43.84.0#80554551Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#80554553Unpaved0.50 km2.43.94.0#80554554Unpaved0.50 km2.43.94.0#80554555Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#80554563Unpaved0.49 km2.43.84.0#80554564Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#80554565Unpaved0.62 km2.43.94.0#80554566Unpaved0.41 km2.44.14.0#80554567Unpaved0.38 km2.44.54.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/derwent-road-ntRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Derwent%20Road&state=NTSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of NT'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 Derwent Road?+

Derwent Road is approximately 14 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Derwent Road sealed?+

No. Derwent Road is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Derwent Road good for motorcycles?+

Not really. Derwent Road scores 3.9/10 for motorcycles. Look for higher-rated alternatives nearby.

Can I drive Derwent Road in a caravan?+

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

Is Derwent Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Derwent Road scores 4.7/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

Are there any dangerous sections on Derwent Road?+

Contour has identified 29 grey spots on Derwent 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: 23 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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