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Morella Ardno Road

QLDTertiary road13.9 km29 segments
3.9Sports
13.9 kmTotal length
29Segments
29Grey spot segments
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Morella Ardno Road is a 14 km sealed tertiary route in Queensland, 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
5.7/10
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 - 29 segments
Fair (4-6)45%Poor (<4)55%

Sports score IQR: 3.8 - 4.8

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
0.5
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
2.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 29 segments
29
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for QLD. 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
7.4/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure37%
Night driving risk52%
Wind exposure46%
Sun glare risk82%
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 29 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96404869Asphalt0.50 km5.17.88.4#96404884Asphalt0.50 km5.07.68.3#96404890Asphalt0.50 km5.07.68.3#96404867Asphalt0.31 km4.97.58.2#96404879Asphalt0.50 km4.97.58.2#96404868Asphalt0.50 km4.97.58.1#96404870Asphalt0.50 km4.87.38.0#96404876Asphalt0.50 km4.87.28.0#96404892Asphalt0.50 km4.77.07.8#96404893Asphalt0.50 km4.67.07.3#96404894Asphalt0.50 km4.16.16.9#96404891Asphalt0.50 km4.16.16.9#96404882Asphalt0.50 km4.16.16.9#96404873Asphalt0.50 km3.95.86.8#96404885Asphalt0.50 km3.95.76.5#96404872Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#96404877Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#96404886Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#96404880Asphalt0.50 km3.95.66.7#96404888Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#96404875Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#96404887Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#96404874Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#96404889Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#96404878Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#96404883Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#96404871Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#96404881Asphalt0.50 km3.85.56.4#96404895Asphalt0.11 km3.85.56.4
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/morella-ardno-road-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Morella%20Ardno%20Road&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.

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Frequently asked questions
How long is Morella Ardno Road?+

Morella Ardno Road is approximately 14 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Morella Ardno Road sealed?+

Yes. Morella Ardno Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Morella Ardno Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Morella Ardno Road scores 5.7/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Morella Ardno Road in a caravan?+

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

Is Morella Ardno Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Morella Ardno 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 Morella Ardno Road?+

Contour has identified 29 grey spots on Morella Ardno 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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