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Schumanns Road

QLDResidential road11.1 km23 segments
6.7Sports
11.1 kmTotal length
23Segments
3Recorded crashes
29Grey spot segments
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Schumanns Road is a 11 km sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.8/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface. It also rates well for motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
6.7/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.7/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 23 segments
Good (6-8)96%Fair (4-6)4%

Sports score IQR: 6.6 - 6.7

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed2%Unsealed98%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.5
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
10.0
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
10.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 23 segments· 24 years of data
3
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
29
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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

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
6.2/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure71%
Night driving risk74%
Wind exposure65%
Sun glare risk75%
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 31 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96481804-0.50 km7.98.17.7#96481810-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481813-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481806-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481811-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481812-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481807-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481808-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481826-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481824-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481809-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481825-0.50 km6.77.16.7#96481819-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96481814-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96481815-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96481822-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96481820-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96481817-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96481823-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96481816-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96481821-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96481818-0.50 km6.16.45.9#96481827-0.11 km4.75.05.0#96739974Asphalt0.14 km4.06.07.1#96739973Asphalt0.12 km3.85.76.8#96287354Gravel0.14 km2.45.24.0#96287352Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0#96287351Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0#96739976Gravel0.18 km2.46.04.0#96739975Gravel0.02 km2.44.74.0#96287353Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/schumanns-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 Schumanns Road?+

Schumanns Road is approximately 11 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Schumanns Road sealed?+

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

Is Schumanns Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Schumanns Road scores 7.1/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Schumanns Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Schumanns Road scores 3.0/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Schumanns Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Schumanns Road scores 6.7/10 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 Schumanns Road?+

Contour has identified 29 grey spots on Schumanns 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.

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