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Lanes Road

QLDResidential road2.7 km10 segments
6.4Sports
2.7 kmTotal length
10Segments
13Grey spot segments
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Lanes Road is a 3 km sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 6.8/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.3/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.8/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 10 segments
Excellent (8+)23%Good (6-8)31%Fair (4-6)31%Poor (<4)15%

Sports score IQR: 4.8 - 7.6

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed56%Unsealed44%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
5.3
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classResidential road
3.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 10 segments
13
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 environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
6.9/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure60%
Night driving risk44%
Wind exposure63%
Sun glare risk99%
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
2.05IRI m/km

Coverage: 8% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
Top 20 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#97241627Asphalt0.35 km8.18.28.3#97241626Asphalt0.33 km8.18.18.2#96317715Asphalt0.23 km8.18.18.2#96317723Asphalt0.50 km7.67.67.6#96317716Asphalt0.50 km7.67.67.6#97241631Asphalt0.48 km7.67.67.6#96317717Asphalt0.14 km6.46.36.8#96317724Asphalt0.08 km5.55.46.0#96317714Asphalt0.07 km5.55.36.1#97241628Asphalt0.03 km4.84.55.4#97241625Asphalt0.02 km4.34.14.7#97057209Unpaved0.50 km4.06.34.0#96556311Unpaved0.50 km4.04.44.0#97057211Unpaved0.18 km4.06.24.0#97241629Unpaved0.01 km3.53.64.0#96556312Unpaved0.31 km3.23.33.5#97241630Unpaved0.01 km3.03.03.1#96556313Unpaved0.03 km2.82.82.8#96311245Unpaved0.09 km2.43.94.0#96311244Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/lanes-road-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Lanes%20Road&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 Lanes Road?+

Lanes Road is approximately 3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Lanes Road sealed?+

Yes. Lanes Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Lanes Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Lanes Road scores 6.3/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Lanes Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Lanes Road scores 6.4/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Lanes Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Lanes Road scores 6.8/10 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 Lanes Road?+

Contour has identified 13 grey spots on Lanes Road - 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: 23 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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