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Mingenew South Road

WATertiary road17.1 km39 segments
3.9Sports
17.1 kmTotal length
39Segments
39Grey spot segments
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Mingenew South Road is a 17 km sealed tertiary route in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 6.7/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.6/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.7/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.1/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.1/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 39 segments
Fair (4-6)41%Poor (<4)59%

Sports score IQR: 3.8 - 4.0

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
0.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
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
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 39 segments
39
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
7.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure39%
Night driving risk50%
Wind exposure50%
Sun glare risk10%
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 39 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#99410462Asphalt0.51 km5.38.18.8#98640400Asphalt0.42 km5.07.78.3#98640401Asphalt0.35 km5.07.68.3#99302659Asphalt0.36 km4.97.48.1#98640402Asphalt0.28 km4.87.48.2#99302656Asphalt0.36 km4.87.38.0#99302657Asphalt0.30 km4.77.18.1#99302658Asphalt0.37 km4.36.57.6#99410473Asphalt0.01 km4.16.17.4#99410461Asphalt0.40 km4.05.97.1#99410417Asphalt0.50 km4.05.97.1#99410421Asphalt0.50 km4.05.97.1#99410423Asphalt0.50 km4.05.97.1#99410424Asphalt0.52 km4.05.97.1#99410426Asphalt0.38 km4.05.97.1#99410457Asphalt0.40 km4.05.97.1#116345694Asphalt0.13 km4.05.96.9#99410456Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#99410428Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#99410452Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#99410433Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#99410442Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#99410444Asphalt0.59 km3.95.66.7#99410415Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#99410419Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#99410439Asphalt0.49 km3.85.56.4#99410440Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410449Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410443Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410454Asphalt0.40 km3.85.56.4#99410446Asphalt0.39 km3.85.56.4#99410447Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410448Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410451Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410432Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410430Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410435Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410437Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#99410438Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/mingenew-south-road-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Mingenew%20South%20Road&state=WASearch roads by name

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 Mingenew South Road?+

Mingenew South Road is approximately 17 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Mingenew South Road sealed?+

Yes. Mingenew South Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Mingenew South Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Mingenew South Road scores 5.6/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Mingenew South Road in a caravan?+

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

Is Mingenew South Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Mingenew South Road scores 6.7/10 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 Mingenew South Road?+

Contour has identified 39 grey spots on Mingenew South 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: 22 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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