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The Glen Road

TASSecondary road9.7 km26 segmentsC813
4.0Sports
9.7 kmTotal length
26Segments
7Recorded crashes
21Grey spot segments
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The Glen Road is a 10 km sealed secondary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 7.7/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.5/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 26 segments
Excellent (8+)37%Good (6-8)11%Fair (4-6)52%

Sports score IQR: 4.0 - 8.3

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed57%Unsealed43%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
8.2
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 26 segments· 28 years of data
7
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
21
Grey spots
Last 5 years
2
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.089▼ 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

17%

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 exposure58%
Night driving risk58%
Wind exposure55%
Sun glare risk86%
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 27 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108495614Paved0.34 km9.29.19.2#108495612Paved0.53 km9.29.19.2#108495613Paved0.37 km9.18.99.1#108495611Paved0.38 km9.08.99.0#108495608Paved0.50 km8.38.28.3#108495603Paved0.47 km8.28.18.1#108495602Paved0.48 km8.28.18.1#108495607Paved0.39 km8.28.18.1#108495604Paved0.37 km8.18.08.2#108495606Paved0.50 km8.17.98.0#108495610Paved0.37 km7.67.37.6#108495605Paved0.43 km7.37.07.2#108495609Paved0.39 km7.37.07.3#108470717Unpaved0.01 km4.05.34.0#108470719Unpaved0.05 km4.05.94.0#108470716Unpaved0.36 km4.06.54.0#108470709Unpaved0.44 km4.06.54.0#108470713Unpaved0.45 km4.06.54.0#108470711Unpaved0.18 km4.06.34.0#108470707Unpaved0.35 km4.06.54.0#108470714Unpaved0.53 km4.06.54.0#108470706Unpaved0.41 km4.06.54.0#108470715Unpaved0.36 km4.06.54.0#108470708Unpaved0.53 km4.06.54.0#108470710Unpaved0.10 km4.05.84.0#108470712Unpaved0.35 km4.06.54.0#108470718Unpaved0.10 km4.06.54.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/the-glen-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 The Glen Road?+

The Glen Road is approximately 10 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is The Glen Road sealed?+

Yes. The Glen Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is The Glen Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. The Glen Road scores 6.5/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive The Glen Road in a caravan?+

With care. The Glen Road scores 4.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Are there any dangerous sections on The Glen Road?+

Contour has identified 21 grey spots on The Glen 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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