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Sandy Lane

TASUnclassified road3.6 km12 segments
2.4Sports
3.6 kmTotal length
12Segments
2Recorded crashes
20Grey spot segments
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Sandy Lane is a 4 km sealed road in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 6.8/10 for 4WDs with gently winding corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.6/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 12 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed53%Unsealed47%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
5.6
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
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 12 segments· 28 years of data
2
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
20
Grey spots

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

100%

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
6.7/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure54%
Night driving risk67%
Wind exposure52%
Sun glare risk80%
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 22 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108468645Asphalt0.39 km5.07.68.2#108468650Asphalt0.47 km4.97.58.1#108468646Asphalt0.44 km4.87.48.0#108468651Asphalt0.61 km4.67.17.7#108468649Asphalt0.52 km4.67.07.6#108468652Asphalt0.47 km4.67.07.6#108468647Asphalt0.38 km4.46.77.4#108468653Asphalt0.40 km4.36.47.2#108468654Asphalt0.24 km4.06.06.8#108468648Asphalt0.04 km3.95.86.5#108464607Unpaved0.03 km2.45.34.0#108464608Unpaved0.17 km2.45.44.0#108464599Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#108464610Unpaved0.17 km2.45.94.0#108464603Unpaved0.07 km2.45.04.0#108464604Unpaved0.36 km2.45.04.0#108464602Unpaved0.62 km2.45.54.0#108464601Unpaved0.12 km2.44.84.0#108464600Unpaved0.33 km2.45.84.0#108464606Unpaved0.59 km2.45.84.0#108464605Unpaved0.56 km2.45.24.0#108464609Unpaved0.03 km2.45.24.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/sandy-lane-tas-2Road 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 Sandy Lane?+

Sandy Lane is approximately 4 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Sandy Lane sealed?+

Yes. Sandy Lane is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Sandy Lane good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Sandy Lane scores 5.6/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Sandy Lane in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Sandy Lane scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Are there any dangerous sections on Sandy Lane?+

Contour has identified 20 grey spots on Sandy Lane - 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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