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Broadmeadows Road

QLDSecondary road0.3 km7 segments
5.2Sports
6.6Safety
0.3 kmTotal length
7Segments
30Recorded crashes
8Grey spot segments

Broadmeadows Road is a 0 km sealed secondary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 6.3/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

Map showing location of Broadmeadows Road
Street view near Broadmeadows Road

7-day forecast

Vehicle scores
5.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
5.8/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.0/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.3/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 7 segments
Fair (4-6)87%Poor (<4)13%

Sports score IQR: 5.0 - 5.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed74%Unsealed26%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
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.
Road intel
Grey spots8 of 7 segments
Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.
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 exposureHigh
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 7 segments· 24 years of data
30
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
6
Serious injuries
8
Grey spots
Last 5 years
5
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
QLD avg: 0.261 crashes/km/yrThis road: 3.864Above average

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

11%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

42%

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
Wet road exposure60%
Night driving risk74%
Wind exposure64%
Sun glare risk54%
Wildlife strike risk10%

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
1.90IRI m/km

Coverage: 40% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
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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 Broadmeadows Road?+

Broadmeadows Road is approximately 0 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Broadmeadows Road sealed?+

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

Is Broadmeadows Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Broadmeadows Road scores 5.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Broadmeadows Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Broadmeadows Road scores 6.3/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Are there any dangerous sections on Broadmeadows Road?+

Contour has identified 8 grey spots on Broadmeadows 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: 24 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.