Russell Terrace

QLDSecondary road1.4 km10 segments

7.4Sports

6.7Safety

1.4 kmTotal length

10Segments

58Recorded crashes

Russell Terrace is a 1.4 km sealed secondary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.7/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

7.4/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

7.3/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

7.7/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

6.4/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

4.2/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 10 segments

Excellent (8+)59%Good (6-8)16%Fair (4-6)25%

Sports score IQR: 4.8 - 5.4

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

6.5

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

9.4

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

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.

Sun glarePresent

East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 10 segments· 24 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

Grey spots

Last 5 years

Crashes (5yr)

Fatalities (5yr)

QLD avg: 0.269 crashes/km/yrThis road: 2.973▲ 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

17%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

25%

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

Wet road exposure47%

Night driving risk57%

Wind exposure60%

Sun glare risk66%

Wildlife strike risk17%

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

1.50IRI m/km

Coverage: 15% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments

Top 30 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#141993039Asphalt0.32 km8.58.58.6 #141993041Asphalt0.50 km8.58.58.6 #141993042Asphalt0.09 km6.56.37.0 #142061178Asphalt0.12 km6.56.46.9 #141993038Asphalt0.13 km6.36.26.9 #142744729Asphalt0.05 km6.05.86.6 #142061180Asphalt0.12 km6.05.96.6 #141994089Asphalt0.05 km5.55.36.1 #142744725Paved0.06 km5.45.26.0 #142744726Paved0.03 km5.45.26.1 #142744727Paved0.17 km5.45.26.1 #142744728Paved0.06 km5.25.05.8 #142758797Asphalt0.02 km5.14.95.8 #142899008Asphalt0.03 km5.14.85.3 #142899007Asphalt0.01 km5.14.85.3 #142899006Asphalt0.01 km5.04.75.4 #142758796Asphalt0.03 km4.94.75.2 #142898999Asphalt0.01 km4.94.65.2 #142899000Asphalt0.01 km4.84.55.1 #142898998Asphalt0.02 km4.84.55.1 #141993037Asphalt0.00 km4.84.55.1 #141993040Asphalt0.02 km4.84.55.1 #142898996Asphalt0.02 km4.84.55.0 #142899005Asphalt0.02 km4.74.55.1 #142912732Paved0.17 km4.54.34.9 #141994087Asphalt0.05 km4.54.34.9 #141994088Asphalt0.01 km4.34.14.7 #142061179Asphalt0.01 km4.34.14.7 #142420953Asphalt0.02 km3.45.06.3 #142758795Asphalt0.02 km2.94.45.8

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/russell-terrace-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 Russell Terrace?+

Russell Terrace is approximately 1.4 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Russell Terrace sealed?+

Yes. Russell Terrace is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Russell Terrace good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Russell Terrace scores 7.3/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Russell Terrace in a caravan?+

With care. Russell Terrace scores 4.2/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Russell Terrace good for an EV?+

Yes. Russell Terrace scores 7.7/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

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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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