Jack Wards Road

NSWUnclassified road0.6 km2 segments

6.0Sports

6.1Safety

0.6 kmTotal length

2Segments

Jack Wards Road is a 640 m sealed road in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 8.5/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and solid surface. It also rates well for motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

6.0/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

7.1/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

6.5/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

8.5/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

6.5/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 2 segments

Excellent (8+)50%Poor (<4)50%

Sports score IQR: 4.8 - 7.1

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed42%Unsealed58%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

6.5

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

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.

Road intel

Wet riskElevated

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 exposureHigh

Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

Wet road exposure75%

Night driving risk74%

Wind exposure65%

Sun glare risk3%

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 2 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#143311566Paved0.27 km5.38.39.0 #143742335Unpaved0.37 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 Jack Wards Road?+

Jack Wards Road is approximately 640 m long.

Is Jack Wards Road sealed?+

Yes. Jack Wards Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Jack Wards Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Jack Wards Road scores 7.1/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Jack Wards Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Jack Wards Road scores 6.5/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Jack Wards Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Jack Wards Road scores 6.5/10 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: 11 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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