Ecker Road

QLDResidential road3.3 km10 segments

5.2Sports

3.3 kmTotal length

10Segments

Ecker Road is a 3.3 km unsealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 5.8/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores

5.2/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

5.4/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

5.0/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.8/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

4.8/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 10 segments

Fair (4-6)99%Poor (<4)1%

Sports score IQR: 4.4 - 5.5

Surface

Surface coverage

Unsealed100%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

3.3

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

7.5

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

5.3

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

3.9

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road roughness

NAASRA roughness index - median across segments

4.50IRI m/km

Coverage: 20% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments

Top 10 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#142365444-0.50 km5.96.35.7 #142365441-0.50 km5.86.25.5 #142365442-0.50 km5.65.85.3 #142365439-0.16 km5.45.55.2 #142365443-0.50 km5.15.34.9 #142365440-0.50 km4.74.94.3 #142365436-0.50 km4.54.54.3 #142365445-0.03 km4.44.54.6 #142365438-0.04 km4.04.03.9 #142365437-0.05 km3.13.13.3

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/ecker-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 Ecker Road?+

Ecker Road is approximately 3.3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Ecker Road sealed?+

No. Ecker Road is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Ecker Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Ecker Road scores 5.4/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Ecker Road in a caravan?+

With care. Ecker Road scores 4.8/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Ecker Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Ecker Road scores 5.8/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

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Road data last updated: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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