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Scott Road

TASTertiary road1.5 km22 segments
3.8Sports
1.5 kmTotal length
22Segments
43Recorded crashes
6Grey spot segments
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Scott Road is a 1 km sealed tertiary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 6.8/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.8/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.8/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 22 segments
Fair (4-6)14%Poor (<4)86%

Sports score IQR: 3.7 - 3.9

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
0.5
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 22 segments· 28 years of data
43
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
4
Serious injuries
6
Grey spots
Last 5 years
15
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 1.890▲ 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 28 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Segments
Top 22 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108411405Asphalt0.23 km4.87.48.1#108411395Asphalt0.24 km4.87.38.2#108411394Asphalt0.04 km4.26.37.5#108411404Asphalt0.08 km4.26.37.5#108411396Asphalt0.04 km4.26.37.5#108411393Asphalt0.07 km4.06.17.3#108411392Asphalt0.03 km4.06.07.3#108411403Asphalt0.07 km3.95.87.1#108411385Asphalt0.04 km3.95.87.0#108411389Asphalt0.05 km3.85.77.0#108411391Asphalt0.10 km3.85.76.8#108411399Asphalt0.09 km3.85.66.8#108411400Asphalt0.04 km3.85.66.7#108411386Asphalt0.02 km3.75.56.7#108411390Asphalt0.03 km3.75.56.7#108411398Asphalt0.06 km3.75.56.7#108411401Asphalt0.03 km3.75.56.7#108411388Asphalt0.04 km3.65.36.3#108411387Asphalt0.07 km3.65.36.3#108411384Asphalt0.05 km3.55.26.3#108411397Asphalt0.04 km3.55.26.2#108411402Asphalt0.00 km3.55.06.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/scott-road-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Scott%20Road&state=TASSearch roads by name

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 Scott Road?+

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

Is Scott Road sealed?+

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

Is Scott Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Scott Road scores 5.7/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Scott Road in a caravan?+

With care. Scott Road scores 4.9/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Scott Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Scott Road scores 6.8/10 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 Scott Road?+

Contour has identified 6 grey spots on Scott 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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