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Glenrowan Road

VICTertiary road10.2 km25 segments
4.7Sports
8.3Safety
10.2 kmTotal length
25Segments
10Recorded crashes

Glenrowan Road is a 10 km sealed tertiary route in Victoria, Australia. It scores 6.8/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.7/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.8/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.2/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 25 segments
Excellent (8+)5%Good (6-8)24%Fair (4-6)16%Poor (<4)56%

Sports score IQR: 3.5 - 5.9

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed83%Unsealed17%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
2.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.9
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classTertiary road
8.7
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
8.8
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
4.5
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskModerate
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.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 25 segments· 13 years of data
10
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
8
Serious injuries
0
Grey spots

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

13%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

Based on 13 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
Wet road exposure36%
Night driving risk45%
Wind exposure50%
Sun glare risk56%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/glenrowan-road-vicRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Glenrowan%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 Glenrowan Road?+

Glenrowan Road is approximately 10 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 10 minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Glenrowan Road sealed?+

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

Is Glenrowan Road good for motorcycles?+

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

Can I drive Glenrowan Road in a caravan?+

With care. Glenrowan Road scores 5.7/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Glenrowan Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Glenrowan Road scores 6.8/10 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: 28 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.