Gieseman Road

QLDTertiary road5.2 km13 segments

3.3Sports

5.2 kmTotal length

13Segments

13Grey spot segments

Gieseman Road is a 5 km unsealed tertiary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 5.5/10 for EVs with straight corners and fair surface.

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Vehicle scores

3.3/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

4.9/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

5.5/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.5/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

4.1/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 13 segments

Fair (4-6)31%Poor (<4)69%

Sports score IQR: 3.1 - 4.2

Surface

Surface coverage

Unsealed100%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

5.6

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

Curviness

1.6

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

4.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 13 segments

Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for QLD. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

7.1/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure44%

Night driving risk57%

Wind exposure47%

Sun glare risk83%

Wildlife strike risk12%

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

#96791514-0.50 km4.67.27.3 #96791512-0.50 km4.67.27.3 #96791508-0.50 km4.36.87.0 #96791507-0.50 km4.26.76.8 #96791510-0.34 km4.06.26.3 #96791509-0.50 km3.55.55.6 #96791516-0.50 km3.34.95.5 #96791513-0.50 km3.24.95.4 #96791515-0.15 km3.24.85.3 #96791519-0.12 km3.14.75.5 #96791511-0.12 km3.04.55.1 #96791518-0.50 km3.04.55.1 #96791517-0.50 km2.84.34.8

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/gieseman-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 Gieseman Road?+

Gieseman Road is approximately 5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Gieseman Road sealed?+

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

Is Gieseman Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Gieseman Road scores 4.9/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Gieseman Road in a caravan?+

With care. Gieseman Road scores 4.1/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Gieseman Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Gieseman Road scores 5.5/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

Are there any dangerous sections on Gieseman Road?+

Contour has identified 13 grey spots on Gieseman 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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