Kitchener Road

QLDResidential road0.3 km2 segments

4.5Sports

7.1Safety

0.3 kmTotal length

2Segments

Kitchener Road is a 320 m sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 5.6/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores

4.5/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

4.2/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

4.8/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

2.9/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

5.6/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 2 segments

Fair (4-6)100%

Sports score IQR: 4.4 - 4.5

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed91%Unsealed10%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

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

Curviness

0.1

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

4.0

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

3.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Wet riskModerate

Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.

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.

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

23%

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 exposure36%

Night driving risk27%

Wind exposure56%

Sun glare risk71%

Wildlife strike risk13%

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

Segments

Top 45 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#142092159Asphalt0.33 km6.86.67.3 #142092158Asphalt0.06 km6.56.27.1 #142801915Asphalt0.06 km6.56.27.1 #142547358Asphalt0.01 km6.46.27.0 #141997239Asphalt0.04 km6.46.26.6 #142542495Asphalt0.02 km6.36.16.9 #142542496Asphalt0.02 km6.36.16.9 #142925742Asphalt0.13 km6.25.96.6 #142925747Asphalt0.04 km6.25.96.6 #142092160Asphalt0.03 km6.25.96.6 #142925746Asphalt0.03 km6.25.96.6 #142925745Asphalt0.08 km6.25.96.6 #142092161Asphalt0.07 km6.25.96.6 #142925748Asphalt0.07 km6.25.96.6 #142019139Asphalt0.07 km6.05.76.6 #142925743Asphalt0.14 km5.95.66.2 #142925744Asphalt0.05 km5.95.66.2 #142926060Asphalt0.05 km5.95.66.2 #142926061Asphalt0.03 km5.95.66.2 #142547362Asphalt0.03 km5.85.76.6 #142547364Asphalt0.02 km5.85.76.6 #142808613Asphalt0.17 km5.85.56.3 #142547359Asphalt0.14 km5.85.66.4 #142547360Asphalt0.03 km5.85.66.4 #142547361Asphalt0.02 km5.65.46.1 #142801922Asphalt0.12 km5.65.46.1 #142801916Asphalt0.04 km5.65.46.1 #142547363Asphalt0.04 km5.35.15.7 #142801923Asphalt0.03 km5.35.15.7 #142801921Asphalt0.10 km5.35.15.7 #142808645Asphalt0.05 km5.35.05.9 #142613344Asphalt0.02 km5.25.05.8 #142808612Asphalt0.05 km5.04.75.4 #142703729Asphalt0.18 km5.04.75.4 #142808644Asphalt0.04 km5.04.75.7 #142703730Asphalt0.32 km4.94.65.2 #141994465Asphalt0.15 km4.94.75.5 #141994464Asphalt0.32 km4.64.35.0 #142313345Asphalt0.13 km4.54.34.9 #142313346Asphalt0.19 km4.44.14.7 #141992363Asphalt0.17 km3.65.46.6 #141997240Asphalt0.04 km3.55.46.4 #141992364Asphalt0.02 km3.45.16.4 #141992365Asphalt0.13 km3.24.75.7 #142476460Gravel0.41 km2.44.14.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/kitchener-road-qld-2Road 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 Kitchener Road?+

Kitchener Road is approximately 320 m long.

Is Kitchener Road sealed?+

Yes. Kitchener Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Kitchener Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Kitchener Road scores 4.2/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Kitchener Road in a caravan?+

With care. Kitchener Road scores 5.6/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

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Road data last updated: 26 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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