Madison Drive

NSWSecondary road1.5 km10 segments

7.6Sports

7.5Safety

1.5 kmTotal length

10Segments

3Recorded crashes

1Grey spot segments

Madison Drive is a 1.5 km sealed secondary route in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 7.8/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

7.6/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

7.5/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

7.8/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

6.6/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

5.5/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 10 segments

Excellent (8+)72%Good (6-8)9%Fair (4-6)19%

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

7.5

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

4.0

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classSecondary road

8.0

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

7.0

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

8.8

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Grey spots1 of 10 segments

Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.

Wet riskModerate

Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.

Night riskPresent

Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.

Wind exposureHigh

Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 10 segments· 10 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

Grey spots

Last 5 years

Crashes (5yr)

Fatalities (5yr)

NSW avg: 0.296 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.563▲ 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

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

67%

Based on 10 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

Wet road exposure47%

Night driving risk57%

Wind exposure60%

Sun glare risk27%

Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments

Top 11 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#143552193Asphalt0.53 km8.58.58.6 #143228890Asphalt0.51 km8.48.48.5 #143552194Asphalt0.07 km6.15.96.7 #143552195Asphalt0.07 km6.15.96.7 #143726135Asphalt0.07 km5.85.66.3 #143228892Asphalt0.02 km5.45.26.1 #143228891Asphalt0.06 km5.25.05.8 #143228894Asphalt0.06 km5.04.75.4 #143228893Asphalt0.06 km5.04.75.4 #143336192Asphalt0.01 km4.84.55.1 #143552506Asphalt0.01 km4.84.55.1

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/madison-drive-nswRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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Councils & Government

This road is part of NSW'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 Madison Drive?+

Madison Drive is approximately 1.5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Madison Drive sealed?+

Yes. Madison Drive is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Madison Drive good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Madison Drive scores 7.5/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Madison Drive in a caravan?+

With care. Madison Drive scores 5.5/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Madison Drive good for an EV?+

Yes. Madison Drive scores 7.8/10 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 Madison Drive?+

Contour has identified 1 grey spot on Madison Drive - section 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: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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