Tag:surface=compacted
 surface = compacted
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Describes the surface of a feature as unpaved compacted. 
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A mixture of larger (e.g., gravel typically 20mm) and smaller (e.g., sand) parts, compacted (e.g., with a roller), so the surface is more stable than loose gravel. Best sort of ways below paving with asphalt, concrete, paving stones. Sometimes known as water-bound macadam. Mixture and compacting leads to more grip and stability.
It degrades quicker than surface=asphalt. Roads with slight degradation - for example with some potholes, slight accumulation of dirt or losing small amounts of small parts remains surface=compacted.
Tag smoothness=* may help in adding further detail.
Examples
High-quality compacted path. Note scooter with small wheels comfortable riding on it
The above Australian examples are also commonly called "gravel" roads in Canada. surface=compacted still applies.