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Lower Buckra Bendinni Road

NSWTertiary road11.3 km28 segments
4.9Sports
11.3 kmTotal length
28Segments
30Grey spot segments
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Lower Buckra Bendinni Road is a 11 km sealed tertiary route in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 8.4/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
4.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.5/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.3/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.8/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 28 segments
Fair (4-6)57%Poor (<4)43%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 5.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed61%Unsealed39%
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
7.0
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
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 28 segments· 10 years of data
30
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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

100%

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
6.7/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure62%
Night driving risk71%
Wind exposure62%
Sun glare risk89%
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 32 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#111375547Asphalt0.58 km5.48.49.2#111375548Asphalt0.62 km5.48.49.2#111037762Asphalt0.59 km5.48.39.1#111037769Asphalt0.61 km5.48.39.1#111037763Asphalt0.63 km5.48.39.1#111037767Asphalt0.65 km5.38.39.0#111375549Asphalt0.50 km5.38.39.1#111037766Asphalt0.20 km5.38.18.9#111037764Asphalt0.31 km5.28.08.8#111316297Asphalt0.65 km5.27.98.8#111037770Asphalt0.56 km5.17.98.6#111037761Asphalt0.50 km5.17.98.6#111037768Asphalt0.65 km5.17.98.6#111375550Asphalt0.12 km5.17.88.7#111037771Asphalt0.31 km5.07.78.3#111037772Asphalt0.28 km5.07.78.3#111037765Asphalt0.03 km4.36.47.6#111037760Paved0.03 km3.85.66.9#111316298Asphalt0.02 km3.75.56.4#111037758Paved0.02 km3.45.05.9#112339350Unpaved0.04 km2.45.14.0#111037774Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#111037775Unpaved0.51 km2.46.04.0#111037776Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#111037777Unpaved0.44 km2.46.04.0#111037792Unpaved0.35 km2.46.04.0#111037794Unpaved0.40 km2.46.04.0#111037795Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#111037796Unpaved0.49 km2.46.04.0#112339370Unpaved0.20 km2.46.04.0#111037773Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0#111037793Unpaved0.44 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 Lower Buckra Bendinni Road?+

Lower Buckra Bendinni Road is approximately 11 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Lower Buckra Bendinni Road sealed?+

Yes. Lower Buckra Bendinni Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Lower Buckra Bendinni Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Lower Buckra Bendinni Road scores 7.5/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Lower Buckra Bendinni Road in a caravan?+

With care. Lower Buckra Bendinni Road scores 4.8/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Lower Buckra Bendinni Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Lower Buckra Bendinni Road scores 8.3/10 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 Lower Buckra Bendinni Road?+

Contour has identified 30 grey spots on Lower Buckra Bendinni 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: 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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