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Tanawha Road

QLDResidential road2.3 km9 segments
6.6Sports
2.3 kmTotal length
9Segments

Tanawha Road is a 2.3 km sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 6.8/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.6/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.5/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.8/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 9 segments
Excellent (8+)11%Good (6-8)44%Fair (4-6)44%

Sports score IQR: 5.5 - 7.6

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
6.4
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
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 roughness
NAASRA roughness index - median across segments
4.68IRI m/km

Coverage: 11% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/tanawha-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 Tanawha Road?+

Tanawha Road is approximately 2.3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Tanawha Road sealed?+

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

Is Tanawha Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Tanawha Road scores 6.5/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Tanawha Road in a caravan?+

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

Is Tanawha Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Tanawha Road scores 6.8/10 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.