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Rapid River Road

TASSecondary road17.6 km37 segmentsC218
9.2Sports
17.6 kmTotal length
37Segments
38Grey spot segments
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Rapid River Road is a 18 km sealed secondary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 9.2/10 for sports cars with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and motorcycles and caravans and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
9.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
9.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
9.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
9.1/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 37 segments
Excellent (8+)97%Good (6-8)3%

Sports score IQR: 9.2 - 9.3

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
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 classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 37 segments· 28 years of data
38
Grey spots

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

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
6.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure53%
Night driving risk62%
Wind exposure60%
Sun glare risk73%
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 38 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108451238Paved0.28 km9.39.29.3#108451221Paved0.45 km9.39.29.3#108499699Paved0.65 km9.39.29.3#108499700Paved0.41 km9.39.29.3#108451214Paved0.50 km9.39.29.3#108499701Paved0.58 km9.39.29.3#108451215Paved0.47 km9.39.29.3#108451216Paved0.38 km9.39.29.3#108451220Paved0.65 km9.39.29.3#108451227Paved0.42 km9.39.29.3#108451228Paved0.48 km9.39.29.3#108451229Paved0.52 km9.39.29.3#108451212Paved0.40 km9.29.19.2#108451211Paved0.57 km9.29.19.2#108451218Paved0.39 km9.29.19.2#108451222Paved0.65 km9.29.19.2#108451230Paved0.44 km9.29.19.2#108451231Paved0.47 km9.29.19.2#108451217Paved0.49 km9.29.19.2#108451236Paved0.60 km9.29.19.2#108451234Paved0.65 km9.29.19.2#108499697Paved0.45 km9.29.19.2#108499698Paved0.38 km9.29.19.2#108451232Paved0.39 km9.29.19.2#108499696Paved0.65 km9.29.19.2#108451233Paved0.65 km9.29.19.2#108451237Paved0.41 km9.29.19.2#108451235Paved0.39 km9.29.19.2#108451213Paved0.41 km9.29.19.2#108451219Paved0.45 km9.29.19.2#108451226Paved0.46 km9.19.09.1#108451224Paved0.65 km9.19.09.1#108451223Paved0.44 km8.88.78.7#108499702Paved0.65 km8.88.78.7#108499703Paved0.33 km8.68.58.6#108451225Paved0.38 km8.58.48.5#108499704Paved0.10 km8.38.28.4#108499705Paved0.03 km6.56.27.1
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/rapid-river-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 Rapid River Road?+

Rapid River Road is approximately 18 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Rapid River Road sealed?+

Yes. Rapid River Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Rapid River Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Rapid River Road scores 9.1/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Rapid River Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Rapid River Road scores 9.1/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Rapid River Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Rapid River Road scores 9.2/10 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 Rapid River Road?+

Contour has identified 38 grey spots on Rapid River 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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