Tallowa Dam Road

NSWTertiary road18.0 km41 segments

5.0Sports

18.0 kmTotal length

41Segments

41Grey spot segments

Tallowa Dam Road is a 18 km sealed tertiary route in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 8.4/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles and 4WDs.

Explore more roads near Wollongong50 km

7-day forecast

Write a story··Report an issue

Vehicle scores

5.0/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

7.6/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

8.4/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

7.4/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

5.4/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 41 segments

Fair (4-6)90%Poor (<4)10%

Sports score IQR: 4.3 - 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

6.5

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

10.0

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 41 segments· 10 years of data

Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for NSW. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

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

50%

Based on 10 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

7.2/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure47%

Night driving risk60%

Wind exposure59%

Sun glare risk89%

Wildlife strike risk14%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments

Top 47 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#112941180Asphalt0.36 km5.48.49.2 #111457421Asphalt0.38 km5.48.49.2 #112941181Asphalt0.37 km5.48.49.2 #110555342Asphalt0.30 km5.48.39.1 #110555335Asphalt0.36 km5.48.39.1 #111457420Asphalt0.37 km5.38.29.1 #111457418Asphalt0.39 km5.38.29.1 #110555341Asphalt0.41 km5.38.19.0 #110555351Asphalt0.33 km5.28.08.9 #111457419Asphalt0.37 km5.27.98.8 #111457417Asphalt0.37 km5.17.98.6 #110555336Asphalt0.51 km5.17.88.6 #110555344Asphalt0.55 km5.17.88.5 #110555334Asphalt0.38 km5.17.78.6 #110555324Asphalt0.35 km5.17.78.6 #110555343Asphalt0.48 km5.17.78.5 #110555325Asphalt0.39 km5.07.78.5 #111457422Asphalt0.39 km5.07.68.4 #110555338Asphalt0.36 km4.97.58.3 #110555326Asphalt0.36 km4.97.58.3 #110555330Asphalt0.37 km4.97.58.4 #111457416Asphalt0.36 km4.97.58.2 #110555323Asphalt0.42 km4.97.48.2 #110555337Asphalt0.41 km4.97.48.1 #110555329Asphalt0.40 km4.87.38.2 #110555320Asphalt0.36 km4.87.28.1 #110555345Asphalt0.40 km4.77.17.9 #110555346Asphalt0.46 km4.77.07.8 #111530366Asphalt0.41 km4.66.97.9 #110555348Asphalt0.57 km4.66.97.9 #110555331Asphalt0.47 km4.66.87.9 #110555328Asphalt0.28 km4.56.88.0 #110555327Asphalt0.35 km4.56.77.8 #110555339Asphalt0.42 km4.46.67.8 #110555347Asphalt0.58 km4.36.47.3 #111530365Asphalt0.56 km4.36.37.5 #110555340Asphalt0.53 km4.26.37.2 #110555322Asphalt0.50 km4.26.37.4 #111530367Asphalt0.47 km4.26.37.4 #110555349Asphalt0.56 km4.26.27.2 #110555321Asphalt0.37 km4.26.27.4 #110555350Asphalt0.02 km4.26.27.5 #110555333Asphalt0.50 km4.26.27.1 #110555332Asphalt0.09 km4.05.96.9 #111530368Asphalt0.32 km3.95.76.7 #111457415Asphalt0.08 km3.95.76.7 #111457414Asphalt0.00 km3.45.05.9

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/tallowa-dam-road-nswRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Tallowa%20Dam%20Road&state=NSWSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of NSW'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.

Enquire about council data access →

Frequently asked questions

How long is Tallowa Dam Road?+

Tallowa Dam Road is approximately 18 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Tallowa Dam Road sealed?+

Yes. Tallowa Dam Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Tallowa Dam Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Tallowa Dam Road scores 7.6/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Tallowa Dam Road in a caravan?+

With care. Tallowa Dam Road scores 5.4/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Tallowa Dam Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Tallowa Dam Road scores 8.4/10 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 Tallowa Dam Road?+

Contour has identified 41 grey spots on Tallowa Dam Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

Similar roads

Chatham Road

Same state, 125 km away

6.5

RQS

Bargo River Road

Same state, 61 km away

6.5

RQS

Towns Road

Same state, 129 km away

6.5

RQS

Sunshine Bay Road

Same state, 110 km away

6.5

RQS

Hawthorne Avenue

Same state, 124 km away

6.4

RQS

Road data last updated: 21 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

See how the world's best roads compare