The Ridge

VICResidential road2.2 km13 segments

6.2Sports

2.2 kmTotal length

13Segments

The Ridge is a 2.2 km sealed residential street in Victoria, Australia. It scores 6.3/10 for EVs with flowing corners and solid surface.

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Vehicle scores

6.2/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.2/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

6.3/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.7/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

6.1/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 13 segments

Excellent (8+)24%Good (6-8)41%Fair (4-6)27%Poor (<4)9%

Sports score IQR: 3.6 - 6.3

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed56%Unsealed44%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

7.5

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

6.6

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

4.0

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classResidential road

3.0

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

6.8

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

6.9

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Segments

Top 58 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#144254889Asphalt0.51 km8.18.18.2 #144175946Paved0.27 km7.67.67.6 #144318180Paved0.17 km7.67.67.6 #144492583Paved0.57 km7.67.67.6 #144809161Paved0.34 km7.37.37.2 #144318201Paved0.62 km7.27.17.1 #144235404Pebblestone0.43 km7.07.26.9 #144498992-0.39 km6.67.06.5 #144809162Paved0.30 km6.46.36.4 #144097111Asphalt0.22 km6.36.26.4 #144998709Asphalt0.08 km6.16.06.6 #144318203-0.11 km5.86.25.5 #144314376Paved0.10 km5.55.36.0 #144925219Asphalt0.17 km5.35.15.8 #144492584Paved0.07 km5.25.05.3 #144213990-0.13 km5.15.45.3 #144407256-0.12 km5.15.35.2 #144314378Paved0.04 km4.94.75.6 #144314377Paved0.03 km4.94.75.6 #144492581Paved0.09 km4.94.75.4 #144394547-0.65 km4.85.04.4 #144314381Paved0.04 km4.84.55.4 #144263973-0.09 km4.74.94.9 #144318202Paved0.12 km4.54.35.0 #144314380Paved0.04 km4.54.34.9 #144492582Paved0.11 km4.54.34.9 #144254890Asphalt0.01 km4.54.24.8 #144233584Paved0.13 km4.56.87.7 #144233583Paved0.13 km4.56.87.7 #144498993-0.12 km4.54.64.8 #144314379Paved0.01 km4.34.14.7 #144314375Paved0.08 km4.34.14.7 #145097649-0.15 km4.24.34.3 #144175947Paved0.31 km4.23.84.5 #144394548-0.31 km4.14.24.1 #144263978-0.09 km4.04.24.2 #144172833Unpaved0.08 km4.04.84.0 #144408642Unpaved0.19 km4.06.34.0 #144263976-0.07 km4.04.24.2 #144235405Compacted0.29 km4.05.94.0 #144263974-0.08 km3.94.04.1 #144407255-0.02 km3.94.04.3 #144263979-0.08 km3.83.94.1 #144196234-0.09 km3.83.94.0 #145127484-0.02 km3.63.74.0 #145127485-0.02 km3.53.64.0 #144166529-0.01 km3.53.63.9 #144408641Unpaved0.04 km3.53.64.0 #144166528-0.04 km3.33.43.7 #144670704-0.14 km3.33.43.7 #144166526-0.09 km3.13.13.2 #144166527-0.02 km2.92.93.0 #144366823-0.02 km2.92.93.0 #144366824-0.02 km2.92.93.0 #144263977-0.00 km2.92.93.0 #144263975-0.01 km2.92.93.0 #144748173-0.05 km2.23.54.0 #144748171-0.05 km2.13.43.9

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

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Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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 Ridge?+

The Ridge is approximately 2.2 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is The Ridge sealed?+

Yes. The Ridge is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is The Ridge good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. The Ridge scores 6.2/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive The Ridge in a caravan?+

Yes. The Ridge scores 6.1/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is The Ridge good for an EV?+

Yes. The Ridge scores 6.3/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

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Road data last updated: 28 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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