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Old Mount Samson Road

QLDTertiary road4.5 km19 segments
5.0Sports
4.5 kmTotal length
19Segments
3Recorded crashes
18Grey spot segments

Old Mount Samson Road is a 5 km sealed tertiary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.5/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs.

7-day forecast

Vehicle scores
5.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.5/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 19 segments
Good (6-8)5%Fair (4-6)67%Poor (<4)29%

Sports score IQR: 4.0 - 5.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed85%Unsealed16%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
7.7
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
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 19 segments· 24 years of data
3
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
18
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

33%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

33%

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
6.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure50%
Night driving risk67%
Wind exposure63%
Sun glare risk68%
Wildlife strike risk12%

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

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/old-mount-samson-road-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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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 Old Mount Samson Road?+

Old Mount Samson Road is approximately 5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Old Mount Samson Road sealed?+

Yes. Old Mount Samson Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Old Mount Samson Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Old Mount Samson Road scores 7.0/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Old Mount Samson Road in a caravan?+

With care. Old Mount Samson Road scores 5.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Old Mount Samson Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Old Mount Samson Road scores 7.5/10 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 Old Mount Samson Road?+

Contour has identified 18 grey spots on Old Mount Samson 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: 16 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.