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Mena Creek Road

QLDTertiary road9.5 km23 segments
4.6Sports
9.5 kmTotal length
23Segments
10Recorded crashes
18Grey spot segments
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Mena Creek Road is a 9 km unsealed tertiary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.7/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and fair surface. It also rates well for EVs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
4.6/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.3/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 23 segments
Fair (4-6)68%Poor (<4)32%

Sports score IQR: 3.6 - 4.7

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
9.5
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 23 segments· 24 years of data
10
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
4
Serious injuries
18
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

57%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

21%

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
6.7/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure53%
Night driving risk67%
Wind exposure54%
Sun glare risk90%
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 25 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96221711-0.50 km5.28.28.6#96221708-0.50 km4.77.57.7#97427752-0.50 km4.77.57.7#96221705-0.50 km4.77.57.7#97427756-0.50 km4.77.57.7#96221714-0.50 km4.77.57.7#96905988-0.37 km4.77.57.7#96221707-0.50 km4.77.57.7#97427753-0.50 km4.77.37.6#96221709-0.50 km4.67.27.3#96221704-0.50 km4.67.27.3#96221706-0.34 km4.67.27.3#96221715-0.40 km4.67.27.3#97427754-0.50 km4.36.87.1#97427757-0.50 km4.36.77.1#97427759-0.30 km4.16.56.9#96221713-0.50 km4.06.26.4#97427758-0.50 km3.65.75.7#96905990-0.22 km3.55.55.8#96221712-0.14 km3.55.36.0#96221710-0.06 km3.55.36.0#96905992-0.13 km3.35.25.8#97427760-0.02 km3.24.95.8#96905987-0.03 km3.24.95.8#97427755-0.50 km2.84.34.8
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
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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 Mena Creek Road?+

Mena Creek Road is approximately 9 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Mena Creek Road sealed?+

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

Is Mena Creek Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Mena Creek Road scores 7.2/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Mena Creek Road in a caravan?+

With care. Mena Creek Road scores 4.7/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Mena Creek Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Mena Creek Road scores 7.3/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Is Mena Creek Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Mena Creek Road scores 7.7/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Mena Creek Road?+

Contour has identified 18 grey spots on Mena Creek 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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