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Louisa Downs Road

WAUnclassified road10.0 km22 segments
3.4Sports
7.0Safety
10.0 kmTotal length
22Segments
6Grey spot segments
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Louisa Downs Road is a 10.0 km unsealed road in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 6.0/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and fair surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.4/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
5.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.0/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 22 segments
Fair (4-6)15%Poor (<4)85%

Sports score IQR: 3.0 - 3.8

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
4.2
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
6.7
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.0
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
3.5
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Grey spots6 of 22 segments
Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.
Wet riskModerate
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.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 22 segments· 5 years of data
6
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for WA. 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
Wet road exposure40%
Night driving risk58%
Wind exposure49%
Sun glare risk42%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments
Top 23 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#141548239-0.42 km4.26.46.8#141548233-0.38 km4.06.46.4#141575011-0.65 km4.06.46.4#141548241-0.65 km4.06.46.3#141548240-0.39 km4.06.46.3#141575012-0.50 km3.96.36.2#141548238-0.40 km3.86.16.1#141548232-0.36 km3.86.16.0#141548242-0.65 km3.76.06.0#141548235-0.44 km3.75.95.9#141575014-0.38 km3.45.45.5#141575013-0.50 km3.35.35.3#141548237-0.39 km3.35.25.4#141575015-0.42 km3.25.25.2#141548243-0.43 km3.25.15.3#141548236-0.45 km3.04.84.9#141946267-0.28 km3.04.74.9#141548234-0.53 km3.04.74.7#141575016-0.30 km2.74.24.4#141548231-0.44 km2.64.14.3#141548229-0.50 km2.43.84.1#141946387Gravel0.13 km2.46.04.0#141548230-0.50 km2.43.74.1
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/louisa-downs-road-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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Councils & Government

This road is part of WA'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 Louisa Downs Road?+

Louisa Downs Road is approximately 10.0 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 10 minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Louisa Downs Road sealed?+

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

Is Louisa Downs Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Louisa Downs Road scores 5.4/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Louisa Downs Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Louisa Downs Road scores 3.7/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Louisa Downs Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Louisa Downs Road scores 6.0/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Louisa Downs Road?+

Contour has identified 6 grey spots on Louisa Downs 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: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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