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Shannon Drive

QLDTertiary road1.1 km9 segments
4.2Sports
1.1 kmTotal length
9Segments
7Recorded crashes

Shannon Drive is a 1.1 km sealed tertiary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.2/10 for EVs with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.4/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 9 segments
Fair (4-6)65%Poor (<4)35%

Sports score IQR: 3.7 - 4.5

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
5.8
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.0
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
5.4
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 9 segments· 24 years of data
7
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
0
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

50%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

50%

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.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/shannon-drive-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Shannon%20Drive&state=QLDSearch roads by name

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 Shannon Drive?+

Shannon Drive is approximately 1.1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Shannon Drive sealed?+

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

Is Shannon Drive good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Shannon Drive scores 6.4/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Shannon Drive in a caravan?+

With care. Shannon Drive scores 4.9/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Shannon Drive good for an EV?+

Yes. Shannon Drive scores 7.2/10 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: 28 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.