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Colonel Rose Drive

NTUnclassified road5.1 km15 segments
2.6Sports
5.1 kmTotal length
15Segments
15Grey spot segments
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Colonel Rose Drive is a 5 km unsealed road in the Northern Territory, Australia. It scores 4.6/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and fair surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.6/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
4.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.3/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.6/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 15 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.6 - 2.6

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
4.2
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.0
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
2.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 15 segments
15
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for NT. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure36%
Night driving risk44%
Wind exposure46%
Sun glare risk100%
Wildlife strike risk13%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
Top 15 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#80576232-0.39 km2.74.24.6#80576234-0.02 km2.74.24.6#80576235-0.02 km2.74.24.6#80576225-0.35 km2.64.04.3#80576226-0.50 km2.64.04.3#80576227-0.50 km2.64.04.3#80576228-0.50 km2.64.04.3#80576231-0.60 km2.64.04.3#80576233-0.02 km2.64.04.3#80576229-0.50 km2.64.04.3#80576230-0.42 km2.64.04.3#80576224-0.50 km2.64.04.3#80579124Unpaved0.19 km2.44.24.0#80579125Unpaved0.08 km2.44.04.0#80579126Unpaved0.47 km2.44.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/colonel-rose-drive-ntRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Colonel%20Rose%20Drive&state=NTSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of NT'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 Colonel Rose Drive?+

Colonel Rose Drive is approximately 5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Colonel Rose Drive sealed?+

No. Colonel Rose Drive is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Colonel Rose Drive good for motorcycles?+

Not really. Colonel Rose Drive scores 4.0/10 for motorcycles. Look for higher-rated alternatives nearby.

Can I drive Colonel Rose Drive in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Colonel Rose Drive scores 3.4/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Colonel Rose Drive suitable for a 4WD?+

Colonel Rose Drive scores 4.6/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

Are there any dangerous sections on Colonel Rose Drive?+

Contour has identified 15 grey spots on Colonel Rose 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: 22 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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