Ridgeway Road

TASUnclassified road2.8 km9 segments

5.4Sports

2.8 kmTotal length

9Segments

3Recorded crashes

7Grey spot segments

Ridgeway Road is a 3 km sealed road in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 9.1/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for 4WDs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

5.4/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

8.3/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

9.1/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

8.3/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

1.9/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 9 segments

Fair (4-6)100%

Sports score IQR: 4.9 - 5.4

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

9.9

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

10.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 9 segments· 28 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

Grey spots

Last 5 years

Crashes (5yr)

Fatalities (5yr)

TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.154▼ 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

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

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

6.6/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure53%

Night driving risk74%

Wind exposure65%

Sun glare risk55%

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 10 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#108451849Asphalt0.41 km5.48.39.1 #108451851Asphalt0.38 km5.48.39.1 #108451850Asphalt0.36 km5.48.39.1 #108451848Asphalt0.42 km5.48.39.1 #108451847Asphalt0.36 km5.48.39.1 #108451852Asphalt0.38 km5.38.29.0 #108451853Asphalt0.25 km5.38.29.0 #108479467Asphalt0.13 km4.87.38.2 #108443571Asphalt0.15 km4.67.08.1 #108443570Asphalt0.08 km4.36.47.6

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/ridgeway-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 Ridgeway Road?+

Ridgeway Road is approximately 3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Ridgeway Road sealed?+

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

Is Ridgeway Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Ridgeway Road scores 8.3/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Ridgeway Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Ridgeway Road scores 1.9/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Ridgeway Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Ridgeway Road scores 9.1/10 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 Ridgeway Road?+

Contour has identified 7 grey spots on Ridgeway 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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