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Old Goombungee Road

QLDSecondary road8.1 km23 segments
7.1Sports
8.1 kmTotal length
23Segments
25Recorded crashes
7Grey spot segments
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Old Goombungee Road is a 8 km sealed secondary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.9/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and sports cars.

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Vehicle scores
7.1/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.8/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.3/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 23 segments
Excellent (8+)39%Good (6-8)57%Fair (4-6)4%

Sports score IQR: 6.4 - 8.2

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
2.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
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
25
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
11
Serious injuries
7
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

11%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

28%

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
7.5/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure45%
Night driving risk46%
Wind exposure55%
Sun glare risk48%
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
#96056884Asphalt0.50 km8.78.68.6#97406562Asphalt0.50 km8.78.68.6#96263593Asphalt0.50 km8.58.48.5#97406560Asphalt0.50 km8.48.38.4#96056875Asphalt0.25 km8.38.28.3#97406563Asphalt0.50 km8.18.08.2#96056895Asphalt0.50 km8.17.98.2#96056897Asphalt0.31 km8.07.78.0#96263592Asphalt0.36 km7.87.58.0#97406567Asphalt0.50 km7.77.57.8#96056872Asphalt0.50 km7.16.87.5#97406565Asphalt0.20 km6.86.56.9#96263595Asphalt0.36 km6.86.47.1#96056913Asphalt0.08 km6.66.27.1#96263596Asphalt0.34 km6.46.06.6#96263594Asphalt0.50 km6.46.06.8#97406566Asphalt0.02 km6.46.06.8#97406568Asphalt0.12 km6.46.06.8#96263591Asphalt0.47 km6.46.06.8#97406564Asphalt0.31 km6.46.06.8#97406561Asphalt0.20 km6.35.96.5#96263590Asphalt0.50 km6.25.86.4#96056912Asphalt0.12 km6.05.56.1
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 Old Goombungee Road?+

Old Goombungee Road is approximately 8 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Old Goombungee Road sealed?+

Yes. Old Goombungee Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Old Goombungee Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Old Goombungee Road scores 6.8/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Old Goombungee Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Old Goombungee Road scores 7.9/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Old Goombungee Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Old Goombungee 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.

Are there any dangerous sections on Old Goombungee Road?+

Contour has identified 7 grey spots on Old Goombungee 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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