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Dawson Highway

QLDTrunk road398.2 km1076 segments
5.2Sports
7.9Safety
398.2 kmTotal length
1076Segments
850Recorded crashes
914Grey spot segments
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Dawson Highway is a 398 km sealed trunk route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 6.1/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
5.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
4.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
5.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
3.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.1/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 1076 segments
Excellent (8+)1%Good (6-8)25%Fair (4-6)72%Poor (<4)1%

Sports score IQR: 5.0 - 6.1

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
0.1
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classTrunk road
3.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
3.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 1076 segments· 24 years of data
850
Total crashes
18
Fatalities
341
Serious injuries
914
Grey spots

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

7%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

27%

Based on 24 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
7.9/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure43%
Night driving risk37%
Wind exposure47%
Sun glare risk80%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Road roughness
NAASRA roughness index - median across segments
2.79IRI m/km

Coverage: 99% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
Top 500 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
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Frequently asked questions
How long is Dawson Highway?+

Dawson Highway is approximately 398 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 6 hours of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Dawson Highway sealed?+

Yes. Dawson Highway is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Dawson Highway good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Dawson Highway scores 4.7/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Dawson Highway in a caravan?+

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

Are there any dangerous sections on Dawson Highway?+

Contour has identified 914 grey spots on Dawson Highway - 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: 24 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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