Algona Road

NSWUnclassified road1.3 km4 segments

4.4Sports

1.3 kmTotal length

4Segments

15Grey spot segments

Algona Road is a 1 km sealed road in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 7.8/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores

4.4/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.7/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

7.8/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

6.5/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

1.9/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 4 segments

Fair (4-6)100%

Sports score IQR: 4.1 - 4.8

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed95%Unsealed5%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

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

Curviness

3.8

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

7.0

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

Road classUnclassified road

8.0

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

Traffic

9.0

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

10.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 4 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

33%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

44%

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

6.8/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure47%

Night driving risk63%

Wind exposure65%

Sun glare risk92%

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 18 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#108685157Paved0.23 km5.48.39.1 #110745443Asphalt0.50 km5.38.39.0 #111063469Asphalt0.18 km5.27.98.8 #110941193Asphalt0.15 km5.07.78.6 #110745445Asphalt0.31 km4.77.18.1 #111063467Asphalt0.13 km4.67.08.0 #111063466Asphalt0.09 km4.56.88.0 #108685156Paved0.13 km4.56.87.7 #108685155Paved0.08 km4.36.47.4 #110745444Asphalt0.29 km4.26.37.5 #111063465Asphalt0.13 km4.16.27.3 #110745442Asphalt0.16 km4.06.17.3 #111260080-0.12 km3.94.03.9 #110941195Asphalt0.10 km3.85.66.8 #111063468Asphalt0.03 km3.85.66.9 #111063464Asphalt0.04 km3.85.66.5 #111063463Asphalt0.05 km3.75.56.8 #110941194Asphalt0.03 km3.44.95.8

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

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

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Algona Road?+

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

Is Algona Road sealed?+

Yes. Algona Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Algona Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Algona Road scores 6.7/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Algona Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Algona Road scores 1.9/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Algona Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Algona Road scores 7.8/10 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 Algona Road?+

Contour has identified 15 grey spots on Algona 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: 23 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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