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East Bagdad Road

TASUnclassified road8.4 km36 segments
3.8Sports
8.4 kmTotal length
36Segments
16Recorded crashes
26Grey spot segments
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East Bagdad Road is a 8 km sealed road in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 7.1/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.8/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.3/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.1/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 36 segments
Fair (4-6)49%Poor (<4)51%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 4.8

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed56%Unsealed44%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
6.6
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 36 segments· 28 years of data
16
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
3
Serious injuries
26
Grey spots
Last 5 years
6
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.214▼ Below 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

47%

Based on 28 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
6.3/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure65%
Night driving risk74%
Wind exposure64%
Sun glare risk75%
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 37 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108499934Asphalt0.53 km5.38.39.0#108499933Asphalt0.32 km5.38.29.0#108499935Asphalt0.42 km5.38.29.0#108499932Asphalt0.29 km5.38.28.9#108499936Asphalt0.45 km5.28.08.8#108499931Asphalt0.44 km5.17.88.7#108499937Asphalt0.25 km5.07.78.6#108499929Asphalt0.28 km4.87.48.2#108432053Asphalt0.10 km4.84.55.4#108499930Asphalt0.19 km4.77.28.1#108499923Asphalt0.21 km4.77.18.0#108432056Asphalt0.04 km4.54.34.9#108432054Asphalt0.18 km4.54.34.9#108499938Asphalt0.12 km4.46.77.8#108499927Asphalt0.25 km4.46.67.7#108432055Asphalt0.00 km4.34.14.7#108499922Asphalt0.12 km4.36.57.7#108499928Asphalt0.06 km4.36.57.6#108499919Asphalt0.09 km4.16.27.2#108499924Asphalt0.05 km4.16.27.3#108499920Asphalt0.03 km4.05.97.2#108499925Asphalt0.11 km3.75.66.7#108499926Asphalt0.07 km3.75.56.5#108499921Asphalt0.09 km3.65.46.3#108499918Asphalt0.00 km3.55.26.0#108499916Paved0.04 km3.44.95.8#108499917Asphalt0.01 km3.44.95.8#108514526Unpaved0.58 km2.46.04.0#108514528Unpaved0.62 km2.46.04.0#108514529Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#108514525Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#108514527Unpaved0.12 km2.46.04.0#108514523Unpaved0.46 km2.46.04.0#108514521Unpaved0.33 km2.46.04.0#108514520Unpaved0.20 km2.46.04.0#108514522Unpaved0.45 km2.46.04.0#108514524Unpaved0.07 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/east-bagdad-road-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 East Bagdad Road?+

East Bagdad Road is approximately 8 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is East Bagdad Road sealed?+

Yes. East Bagdad Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is East Bagdad Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. East Bagdad Road scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive East Bagdad Road in a caravan?+

With care. East Bagdad Road scores 5.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is East Bagdad Road good for an EV?+

Yes. East Bagdad Road scores 6.3/10 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 East Bagdad Road?+

Contour has identified 26 grey spots on East Bagdad 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: 16 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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