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St Columba Falls Road

TASTertiary road11.1 km28 segmentsC428
5.1Sports
11.1 kmTotal length
28Segments
10Recorded crashes
21Grey spot segments
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St Columba Falls Road is a 11 km sealed tertiary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 8.6/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
5.1/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.9/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 28 segments
Fair (4-6)90%Poor (<4)10%

Sports score IQR: 4.8 - 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
10.0
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
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 28 segments· 28 years of data
10
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
3
Serious injuries
21
Grey spots
Last 5 years
5
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.141▼ 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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

25%

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
6.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure47%
Night driving risk65%
Wind exposure61%
Sun glare risk83%
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 29 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108415930Asphalt0.52 km5.48.49.2#108415932Asphalt0.36 km5.48.49.2#108415935Asphalt0.54 km5.48.49.2#108415934Asphalt0.37 km5.48.49.2#108415926Asphalt0.38 km5.48.49.2#108415928Asphalt0.49 km5.48.49.2#108415925Asphalt0.39 km5.48.49.2#108415933Asphalt0.63 km5.48.49.2#108415927Asphalt0.41 km5.48.49.2#108415931Asphalt0.35 km5.48.49.2#108415936Asphalt0.38 km5.48.49.2#108415929Asphalt0.59 km5.48.49.2#108415945Asphalt0.33 km5.38.18.9#108526602Asphalt0.60 km5.17.88.7#108415937Asphalt0.42 km5.17.88.5#108415943Asphalt0.65 km5.17.88.5#108415938Asphalt0.37 km5.07.68.3#108415949Asphalt0.40 km4.97.58.3#108415944Asphalt0.26 km4.97.58.1#108415942Asphalt0.59 km4.97.58.3#108415939Asphalt0.40 km4.97.58.3#108415940Asphalt0.42 km4.87.48.1#108415946Asphalt0.41 km4.67.07.7#108526603Asphalt0.10 km4.66.97.8#108526601Asphalt0.08 km4.56.98.0#108415941Asphalt0.07 km4.56.87.8#108415947Asphalt0.17 km4.16.27.3#108415948Asphalt0.43 km4.16.17.2#108526600Asphalt0.02 km3.85.66.9
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/st-columba-falls-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 St Columba Falls Road?+

St Columba Falls Road is approximately 11 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is St Columba Falls Road sealed?+

Yes. St Columba Falls Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is St Columba Falls Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. St Columba Falls Road scores 7.9/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive St Columba Falls Road in a caravan?+

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

Is St Columba Falls Road good for an EV?+

Yes. St Columba Falls Road scores 8.6/10 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 St Columba Falls Road?+

Contour has identified 21 grey spots on St Columba Falls 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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