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Bald Knob Road

QLDTertiary road9.7 km25 segments
5.4Sports
9.7 kmTotal length
25Segments
42Recorded crashes
7Grey spot segments
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Bald Knob Road is a 10 km sealed tertiary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 9.1/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for 4WDs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
5.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
8.3/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
9.1/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.8/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 25 segments
Fair (4-6)92%Poor (<4)8%

Sports score IQR: 5.1 - 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
10.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
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
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 25 segments· 24 years of data
42
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
19
Serious injuries
7
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

32%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

15%

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
6.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure49%
Night driving risk67%
Wind exposure62%
Sun glare risk65%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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
1.97IRI m/km

Coverage: 8% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
Top 25 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96308109Asphalt0.50 km5.48.49.2#96308112Asphalt0.50 km5.48.49.2#96308117Asphalt0.50 km5.48.49.2#96308115Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308116Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308111Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308101Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308113Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308121Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308105Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308120Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308118Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308107Asphalt0.38 km5.48.39.1#96308110Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96308114Asphalt0.21 km5.38.29.0#96308122Asphalt0.28 km5.38.18.9#96308104Asphalt0.40 km5.17.98.6#96308098Asphalt0.39 km5.17.98.6#96308100Asphalt0.50 km5.17.88.5#96308108Asphalt0.23 km4.97.58.3#96308119Asphalt0.15 km4.87.48.3#96308106Asphalt0.14 km4.36.57.7#96308099Asphalt0.27 km4.36.47.4#96308103Asphalt0.22 km3.75.46.6#96308102Asphalt0.01 km3.45.05.9
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/bald-knob-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 Bald Knob Road?+

Bald Knob Road is approximately 10 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Bald Knob Road sealed?+

Yes. Bald Knob Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Bald Knob Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Bald Knob Road scores 8.3/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Bald Knob Road in a caravan?+

With care. Bald Knob Road scores 5.8/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Bald Knob Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Bald Knob Road scores 9.1/10 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 Bald Knob Road?+

Contour has identified 7 grey spots on Bald Knob 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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