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Industry Road

TASSecondary road10.0 km21 segmentsC814
8.6Sports
10.0 kmTotal length
21Segments
21Recorded crashes
10Grey spot segments
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Industry Road is a 10 km sealed secondary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 8.6/10 for sports cars with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and caravans and motorcycles and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
8.6/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
8.5/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.6/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
8.5/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 21 segments
Excellent (8+)90%Good (6-8)10%

Sports score IQR: 8.3 - 8.8

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
9.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 21 segments· 28 years of data
21
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
3
Serious injuries
10
Grey spots
Last 5 years
10
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.124▼ 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

15%

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
7.1/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure48%
Night driving risk56%
Wind exposure55%
Sun glare risk61%
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 21 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108422022Paved0.18 km9.29.19.2#108422014Paved0.65 km9.19.09.1#108422013Paved0.45 km9.19.09.1#108422016Paved0.56 km9.08.99.1#108422015Paved0.36 km9.08.99.0#108422009Paved0.43 km8.78.78.7#108422012Paved0.32 km8.78.68.8#108422010Paved0.65 km8.78.68.6#108422023Paved0.50 km8.68.58.6#108422008Paved0.65 km8.68.58.5#108422021Paved0.49 km8.68.48.4#108422004Paved0.50 km8.58.48.3#108422006Paved0.63 km8.58.48.5#108422007Paved0.65 km8.58.38.4#108422005Paved0.65 km8.38.28.2#108422011Paved0.38 km8.38.28.3#108422020Paved0.43 km8.38.28.3#108422024Paved0.12 km8.28.18.3#108422017Paved0.45 km8.07.88.1#108422019Paved0.50 km6.76.46.8#108422018Paved0.50 km6.56.16.7
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/industry-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 Industry Road?+

Industry Road is approximately 10 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Industry Road sealed?+

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

Is Industry Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Industry Road scores 8.5/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Industry Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Industry Road scores 8.5/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Industry Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Industry Road scores 8.5/10 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 Industry Road?+

Contour has identified 10 grey spots on Industry 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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