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Kiel Mountain Road

QLDTertiary road5.3 km19 segments
5.2Sports
5.3 kmTotal length
19Segments
46Recorded crashes
8Grey spot segments
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Kiel Mountain Road is a 5 km sealed tertiary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 8.9/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for 4WDs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
5.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
8.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.9/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.1/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.1/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 19 segments
Fair (4-6)68%Poor (<4)32%

Sports score IQR: 4.0 - 5.4

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
8.3
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
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 19 segments· 24 years of data
46
Total crashes
2
Fatalities
11
Serious injuries
8
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

48%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

32%

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
6.6/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure50%
Night driving risk70%
Wind exposure64%
Sun glare risk87%
Wildlife strike risk12%

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
0.97IRI m/km

Coverage: 23% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
Top 22 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96764351Asphalt0.42 km5.48.49.2#96764344Asphalt0.50 km5.48.49.2#96764340Asphalt0.36 km5.48.39.1#96764338Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96764336Asphalt0.50 km5.48.39.1#96392846Asphalt0.50 km5.38.39.0#96392843Asphalt0.50 km5.38.39.0#96392847Asphalt0.40 km5.38.39.0#96392844Asphalt0.32 km5.38.28.9#96764341Asphalt0.28 km5.38.18.9#96764347Asphalt0.26 km4.87.38.3#96764337Asphalt0.15 km4.77.18.1#96392849Asphalt0.17 km4.67.08.0#96764339Asphalt0.11 km4.36.47.6#96764349Asphalt0.14 km4.06.07.1#96764353Asphalt0.06 km4.06.07.3#96392845Asphalt0.06 km4.06.07.2#96764342Asphalt0.03 km3.95.77.1#97281759Asphalt0.03 km3.85.97.2#96392848Asphalt0.06 km3.75.56.8#97281760Asphalt0.03 km3.75.77.0#96392841Paved0.07 km3.65.36.7
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/kiel-mountain-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 Kiel Mountain Road?+

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

Is Kiel Mountain Road sealed?+

Yes. Kiel Mountain Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Kiel Mountain Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Kiel Mountain Road scores 8.0/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Kiel Mountain Road in a caravan?+

With care. Kiel Mountain Road scores 5.1/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Kiel Mountain Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Kiel Mountain Road scores 8.9/10 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 Kiel Mountain Road?+

Contour has identified 8 grey spots on Kiel Mountain 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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