French Road

QLDUnclassified road4.2 km10 segments

2.4Sports

5.9Safety

4.2 kmTotal length

10Segments

1Recorded crashes

9Grey spot segments

French Road is a 4 km unsealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 5.8/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores

2.4/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

4.6/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

4.0/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.8/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

2.6/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 10 segments

Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface

Surface coverage

Unsealed100%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

3.0

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

7.0

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classUnclassified road

8.0

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

9.0

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

4.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Grey spots9 of 10 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 exposureModerate

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 10 segments· 24 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

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

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

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 risk55%

Wind exposure52%

Sun glare risk80%

Wildlife strike risk10%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments

Top 13 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#96891839-0.50 km7.07.26.5 #96891840-0.50 km5.05.25.0 #96891841-0.06 km3.33.43.7 #96594658Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0 #96594659Unpaved0.47 km2.45.74.0 #96594660Unpaved0.50 km2.45.64.0 #96594661Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0 #96594666Unpaved0.50 km2.44.74.0 #96594668Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0 #96594670Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0 #96594664Unpaved0.06 km2.44.74.0 #96594671Unpaved0.21 km2.44.54.0 #96594657Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/french-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 French Road?+

French Road is approximately 4 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is French Road sealed?+

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

Is French Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. French Road scores 4.6/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive French Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. French Road scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is French Road suitable for a 4WD?+

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

Are there any dangerous sections on French Road?+

Contour has identified 9 grey spots on French 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.

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