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Scamander Avenue

TASTrunk road2.9 km23 segments
5.4Sports
8.1Safety
2.9 kmTotal length
23Segments
23Recorded crashes
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Scamander Avenue is a 2.9 km sealed trunk route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 5.9/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
5.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
5.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
3.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 23 segments
Good (6-8)28%Fair (4-6)72%

Sports score IQR: 4.4 - 4.9

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
3.1
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
6.1
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classTrunk road
3.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
3.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
5.1
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskModerate
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 exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 23 segments· 29 years of data
23
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
0
Grey spots
Last 5 years
5
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.000 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.686▲ Above 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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

22%

Based on 29 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
Wet road exposure38%
Night driving risk35%
Wind exposure46%
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 23 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#141248916Asphalt0.39 km7.06.97.1#141195990Asphalt0.42 km6.66.36.6#141248915Asphalt0.15 km5.34.95.7#141195989Asphalt0.16 km5.24.85.4#141195995Asphalt0.00 km5.14.75.8#141195991Asphalt0.29 km4.94.55.2#141248914Asphalt0.05 km4.94.65.5#141195988Asphalt0.04 km4.94.45.4#141195992Asphalt0.05 km4.84.45.4#141195987Asphalt0.17 km4.84.45.4#141196000Asphalt0.03 km4.84.45.4#141196001Asphalt0.03 km4.84.45.4#141248920Asphalt0.08 km4.84.45.3#141195998Asphalt0.53 km4.84.35.1#141248921Asphalt0.09 km4.64.25.3#141195994Asphalt0.07 km4.64.14.9#141195997Asphalt0.09 km4.54.04.7#141195999Asphalt0.06 km4.43.94.7#141195996Asphalt0.00 km4.43.94.7#141195993Asphalt0.01 km4.43.94.7#141248917Asphalt0.06 km4.33.94.7#141248919Asphalt0.05 km4.03.64.5#141248918Asphalt0.04 km4.03.64.5
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/scamander-avenue-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 Scamander Avenue?+

Scamander Avenue is approximately 2.9 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Scamander Avenue sealed?+

Yes. Scamander Avenue is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Scamander Avenue good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Scamander Avenue scores 5.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Scamander Avenue in a caravan?+

With care. Scamander Avenue scores 5.9/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

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Road data last updated: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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