Merrill Avenue

QLDResidential road0.5 km2 segments

6.4Sports

0.5 kmTotal length

2Segments

2Recorded crashes

1Grey spot segments

Merrill Avenue is a 1 km sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 6.9/10 for caravans with gently winding corners and excellent surface.

7-day forecast

Write a story··Report an issue

Vehicle scores

6.4/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.3/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

6.8/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.3/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

6.9/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 2 segments

Excellent (8+)50%Fair (4-6)50%

Sports score IQR: 5.6 - 7.3

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

5.0

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

8.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Grey spots1 of 2 segments

Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 2 segments· 24 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

Grey spots

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/merrill-avenue-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Merrill%20Avenue&state=QLDSearch roads by name

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.

Enquire about council data access →

Frequently asked questions

How long is Merrill Avenue?+

Merrill Avenue is approximately 1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Merrill Avenue sealed?+

Yes. Merrill Avenue is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Merrill Avenue good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Merrill Avenue scores 6.3/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Merrill Avenue in a caravan?+

Yes. Merrill Avenue scores 6.9/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Merrill Avenue good for an EV?+

Yes. Merrill Avenue scores 6.8/10 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 Merrill Avenue?+

Contour has identified 1 grey spot on Merrill Avenue - section where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

Similar roads

Bouch Court

Same surface, 172 km away

7.4

RQS

Joe Kooyman Drive

Same surface, 118 km away

7.4

RQS

Magog Road

Same surface, 89 km away

7.4

RQS

Walters Avenue

Same surface, 58 km away

7.3

RQS

Tupia Street

Same surface, 164 km away

7.3

RQS

Road data last updated: 24 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

See how the world's best roads compare