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Harvey Siding Road

QLDUnclassified road7.0 km16 segments
7.9Sports
7.0 kmTotal length
16Segments
10Recorded crashes
7Grey spot segments

Harvey Siding Road is a 7 km sealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 8.4/10 for caravans with gently winding corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and sports cars and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
7.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.8/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.1/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
8.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 16 segments
Excellent (8+)44%Good (6-8)50%Fair (4-6)6%

Sports score IQR: 7.3 - 8.4

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
4.9
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 16 segments· 24 years of data
10
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
8
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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

17%

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
7.0/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure44%
Night driving risk58%
Wind exposure61%
Sun glare risk76%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/harvey-siding-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 Harvey Siding Road?+

Harvey Siding Road is approximately 7 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Harvey Siding Road sealed?+

Yes. Harvey Siding Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Harvey Siding Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Harvey Siding Road scores 7.8/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Harvey Siding Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Harvey Siding Road scores 8.4/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Harvey Siding Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Harvey Siding Road scores 8.1/10 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 Harvey Siding Road?+

Contour has identified 7 grey spots on Harvey Siding 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.