Samuel Drive

VICResidential road0.2 km2 segments

6.1Sports

6.1Safety

0.2 kmTotal length

2Segments

Samuel Drive is a 210 m sealed residential street in Victoria, Australia. It scores 6.7/10 for caravans with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores

6.1/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.0/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

6.5/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

4.9/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

6.7/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 2 segments

Good (6-8)50%Fair (4-6)50%

Sports score IQR: 6.0 - 6.2

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed47%Unsealed53%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

4.4

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

8.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Wet riskElevated

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 exposureModerate

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

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

Wet road exposure71%

Night driving risk74%

Wind exposure54%

Sun glare risk40%

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 19 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#145024232Asphalt0.19 km7.67.67.4 #144577513Paved0.20 km7.67.67.6 #144577512Paved0.17 km7.37.37.2 #144914032Asphalt0.07 km6.76.77.1 #144622135Asphalt0.12 km6.36.26.7 #144768215Asphalt0.08 km5.95.76.3 #144577516Paved0.06 km5.45.25.9 #144577511Paved0.07 km4.84.65.0 #144577514Paved0.08 km4.74.55.1 #144577515Paved0.03 km4.44.14.7 #144914030Asphalt0.04 km4.34.14.7 #144914031Asphalt0.11 km4.34.14.7 #144768239-0.02 km2.52.42.5 #144820172Unpaved0.43 km2.46.04.0 #144820171Unpaved0.37 km2.46.04.0 #144820173Unpaved0.14 km2.44.04.0 #144820176Unpaved0.23 km2.44.04.0 #144820174Unpaved0.09 km2.44.84.0 #144820175Unpaved0.13 km2.43.94.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/samuel-drive-vic-4Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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 Samuel Drive?+

Samuel Drive is approximately 210 m long.

Is Samuel Drive sealed?+

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

Is Samuel Drive good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Samuel Drive scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Samuel Drive in a caravan?+

Yes. Samuel Drive scores 6.7/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Samuel Drive good for an EV?+

Yes. Samuel Drive scores 6.5/10 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: 26 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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