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Knowles Street

QLDUnclassified road0.3 km2 segments
4.3Sports
0.3 kmTotal length
2Segments
2Grey spot segments

Knowles Street is a 0 km sealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.3/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.3/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.5/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.3/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Fair (4-6)100%

Sports score IQR: 4.2 - 4.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed74%Unsealed27%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
5.5
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
5.5
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
5.5
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Grey spots2 of 2 segments
Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 2 segments
2
Grey spots

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

Road roughness
NAASRA roughness index - median across segments
2.06IRI m/km

Coverage: 100% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/knowles-street-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Knowles%20Street&state=QLDSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of QLD'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 Knowles Street?+

Knowles Street is approximately 0 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Knowles Street sealed?+

Yes. Knowles Street is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Knowles Street good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Knowles Street scores 6.5/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Knowles Street in a caravan?+

With care. Knowles Street scores 5.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Knowles Street good for an EV?+

Yes. Knowles Street scores 7.3/10 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 Knowles Street?+

Contour has identified 2 grey spots on Knowles Street - 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.