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Caswell Drive

ACTMotorway1.5 km4 segments
6.1Sports
1.5 kmTotal length
4Segments
152Recorded crashes
5Grey spot segments
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Caswell Drive is a 2 km sealed motorway in the ACT, Australia. It scores 6.2/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.1/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.5/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.1/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 4 segments
Good (6-8)50%Fair (4-6)50%

Sports score IQR: 4.9 - 6.6

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
4.9
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classMotorway
0.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
1.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 4 segments· 12 years of data
152
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
5
Grey spots
Last 5 years
82
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
ACT avg: 1.397 crashes/km/yrThis road: 3.936▲ Above 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

9%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

28%

Based on 12 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Segments
Top 22 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#105177708Paved0.50 km7.36.97.3#105177651Paved0.50 km7.26.97.2#105177656Paved0.46 km7.16.87.2#105177706Paved0.50 km6.35.96.5#105177652Paved0.24 km5.85.46.3#105170181Paved0.18 km5.55.15.8#105123147Paved0.06 km5.45.05.9#105153609Paved0.01 km5.14.65.8#105177647Paved0.12 km4.94.45.4#105177654Paved0.04 km4.94.35.3#105177649Paved0.04 km4.84.35.3#105156706Paved0.50 km4.67.18.1#105177658Paved0.06 km4.64.04.9#105177710Paved0.06 km4.53.94.7#105200435Paved0.04 km4.33.84.8#105198533Paved0.06 km4.13.64.5#105146347Paved0.43 km3.65.46.6#105166095Paved0.28 km3.55.16.3#105145881Paved0.28 km3.14.65.8#105129723Paved0.07 km3.14.55.8#105145740Paved0.07 km2.83.95.1#105156707Paved0.02 km2.53.54.6
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/caswell-drive-actRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Caswell%20Drive&state=ACTSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of ACT'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 Caswell Drive?+

Caswell Drive is approximately 2 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Caswell Drive sealed?+

Yes. Caswell Drive is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Caswell Drive good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Caswell Drive scores 5.7/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Caswell Drive in a caravan?+

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

Is Caswell Drive good for an EV?+

Yes. Caswell Drive scores 6.2/10 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 Caswell Drive?+

Contour has identified 5 grey spots on Caswell Drive - 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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