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Jackie Howe Crescent

ACTTertiary road1.9 km28 segments
6.3Sports
1.9 kmTotal length
28Segments
7Recorded crashes
23Grey spot segments
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Jackie Howe Crescent is a 2 km sealed tertiary route in the ACT, Australia. It scores 7.7/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.3/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.9/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 28 segments
Excellent (8+)10%Good (6-8)72%Fair (4-6)17%

Sports score IQR: 6.2 - 6.5

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
0.2
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classTertiary road
9.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 28 segments· 12 years of data
7
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
23
Grey spots
Last 5 years
2
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
ACT avg: 1.397 crashes/km/yrThis road: 3.237▲ 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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

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 29 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#105133025Asphalt0.17 km8.98.98.9#105129706Asphalt0.18 km8.38.38.3#105129710Asphalt0.20 km8.18.18.0#105133020Asphalt0.19 km7.77.57.8#105133011Asphalt0.10 km6.56.37.1#105133022Asphalt0.06 km6.56.37.0#105133027Asphalt0.04 km6.56.36.9#105129708Asphalt0.07 km6.56.36.9#105133021Asphalt0.03 km6.56.27.1#105216214Asphalt0.08 km6.46.27.0#105133019Asphalt0.02 km6.46.27.0#105133014Asphalt0.06 km6.46.27.0#105133016Asphalt0.06 km6.46.16.8#105133015Asphalt0.06 km6.36.16.9#105133013Asphalt0.03 km6.36.16.9#105133023Asphalt0.05 km6.36.16.9#105216216Asphalt0.03 km6.36.16.9#105129711Asphalt0.02 km6.26.06.7#105216215Asphalt0.05 km6.25.96.6#105216213Asphalt0.07 km6.25.96.6#105133012Asphalt0.03 km6.25.96.6#105193184Asphalt0.08 km6.25.96.6#105133017Asphalt0.07 km6.15.86.4#105193182Asphalt0.05 km6.05.86.3#105133018Asphalt0.01 km5.95.66.2#105133026Asphalt0.02 km5.85.56.0#105193185Asphalt0.01 km5.75.45.9#105133024Asphalt0.01 km5.75.45.9#105193183Asphalt0.04 km5.75.45.9
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
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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 Jackie Howe Crescent?+

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

Is Jackie Howe Crescent sealed?+

Yes. Jackie Howe Crescent is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Jackie Howe Crescent good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Jackie Howe Crescent scores 6.1/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Jackie Howe Crescent in a caravan?+

Yes. Jackie Howe Crescent scores 7.7/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Jackie Howe Crescent good for an EV?+

Yes. Jackie Howe Crescent scores 6.9/10 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 Jackie Howe Crescent?+

Contour has identified 23 grey spots on Jackie Howe Crescent - 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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