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Eastern Dorrigo Way

NSWTertiary road32.8 km76 segments
9.3Sports
32.8 kmTotal length
76Segments
83Grey spot segments
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Eastern Dorrigo Way is a 33 km sealed tertiary route in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 9.3/10 for sports cars with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and motorcycles and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
9.3/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
9.3/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
9.3/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 76 segments
Excellent (8+)58%Good (6-8)7%Fair (4-6)4%Poor (<4)31%

Sports score IQR: 2.5 - 9.5

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed72%Unsealed28%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
10.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classTertiary road
9.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
10.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 76 segments· 10 years of data
83
Grey spots

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

When is this road risky?
Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

47%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

27%

Based on 10 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
5.3/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure62%
Night driving risk75%
Wind exposure64%
Sun glare risk78%
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 84 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#110664719Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#110664732Asphalt0.45 km9.59.59.5#111185248Asphalt0.37 km9.59.59.5#110664743Asphalt0.50 km9.59.59.5#111185250Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#111185251Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#111185252Asphalt0.49 km9.59.59.5#110664735Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#110664717Asphalt0.34 km9.59.59.5#110664734Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#110664720Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#110664736Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#110664731Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#110664733Asphalt0.26 km9.59.59.5#110664721Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#110664727Asphalt0.47 km9.59.59.5#110664739Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#110664722Asphalt0.65 km9.59.59.5#110664728Asphalt0.55 km9.49.49.4#110664738Asphalt0.39 km9.49.49.4#110664742Asphalt0.49 km9.49.49.4#110664741Asphalt0.29 km9.49.49.4#110664744Asphalt0.50 km9.49.49.4#111185253Asphalt0.32 km9.49.49.4#110664740Asphalt0.65 km9.49.49.4#110664737Asphalt0.65 km9.49.49.4#111185249Asphalt0.65 km9.49.49.4#111185254Asphalt0.32 km9.49.49.4#110664730Asphalt0.50 km9.49.49.4#110664726Asphalt0.65 km9.49.49.4#110664725Asphalt0.65 km9.49.49.4#110664718Asphalt0.65 km9.49.49.4#110664724Asphalt0.65 km9.49.49.4#111219558Asphalt0.36 km9.49.49.5#111219559Asphalt0.65 km9.49.49.5#111219560Asphalt0.43 km9.49.49.5#111219561Asphalt0.17 km9.49.49.5#111185243Asphalt0.26 km9.39.39.3#110664745Asphalt0.50 km9.29.29.2#111185247Asphalt0.57 km9.29.19.3#111185244Asphalt0.65 km9.19.19.2#110664716Asphalt0.36 km9.19.19.2#110664729Asphalt0.34 km9.09.08.9#111219554Asphalt0.36 km9.08.99.0#110664723Asphalt0.35 km9.08.98.9#111219553Asphalt0.48 km8.98.98.8#111219552Asphalt0.16 km8.68.68.6#110664746Asphalt0.09 km8.28.18.3#111219565Asphalt0.41 km8.18.08.1#111185246Asphalt0.46 km8.07.88.2#111185245Asphalt0.45 km8.07.88.2#111219551Asphalt0.05 km7.77.58.1#110664747Asphalt0.11 km7.27.17.6#112609514Asphalt0.05 km7.27.07.5#110664715Asphalt0.10 km7.06.87.1#111082081Asphalt0.25 km5.48.28.9#111082082Asphalt0.44 km5.48.28.9#111343702Asphalt0.02 km4.16.17.4#111185255Concrete0.01 km3.96.07.3#111082080Asphalt0.02 km3.85.77.0#111343704Asphalt0.02 km3.85.66.6#111343703Concrete0.02 km3.65.26.0#110715529Wood0.01 km2.74.14.5#110715538Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0#111343697Unpaved0.57 km2.46.04.0#111343698Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#111343699Unpaved0.65 km2.46.04.0#111343700Unpaved0.51 km2.46.04.0#111343701Unpaved0.32 km2.46.04.0#111219564Unpaved0.22 km2.46.04.0#111219562Unpaved0.64 km2.46.04.0#111219557Unpaved0.11 km2.46.04.0#111219556Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0#111219555Unpaved0.65 km2.46.04.0#111219563Unpaved0.58 km2.46.04.0#110715539Unpaved0.30 km2.46.04.0#110715534Unpaved0.42 km2.46.04.0#110715530Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#110715531Unpaved0.45 km2.46.04.0#110715532Unpaved0.40 km2.46.04.0#110715533Unpaved0.62 km2.46.04.0#110715535Unpaved0.46 km2.46.04.0#110715536Unpaved0.65 km2.46.04.0#110715537Unpaved0.49 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
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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 Eastern Dorrigo Way?+

Eastern Dorrigo Way is approximately 33 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Eastern Dorrigo Way sealed?+

Yes. Eastern Dorrigo Way is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Eastern Dorrigo Way good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Eastern Dorrigo Way scores 9.3/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Eastern Dorrigo Way in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Eastern Dorrigo Way scores 3.0/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Eastern Dorrigo Way good for an EV?+

Yes. Eastern Dorrigo Way scores 9.3/10 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 Eastern Dorrigo Way?+

Contour has identified 83 grey spots on Eastern Dorrigo Way - 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: 21 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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