Skip to main content

Pomona-Kin Kin Road

QLDSecondary road12.1 km37 segments
8.1Sports
12.1 kmTotal length
37Segments
69Recorded crashes
17Grey spot segments

Pomona-Kin Kin Road is a 12 km sealed secondary route in Queensland, Australia. It scores 8.1/10 for motorcycles with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and EVs and caravans and 4WDs.

7-day forecast

Vehicle scores
8.1/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
8.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 37 segments
Excellent (8+)52%Good (6-8)30%Fair (4-6)11%Poor (<4)7%

Sports score IQR: 6.6 - 8.6

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
8.5
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
8.6
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 37 segments· 24 years of data
69
Total crashes
2
Fatalities
30
Serious injuries
17
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

24%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

30%

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
7.0/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure52%
Night driving risk61%
Wind exposure58%
Sun glare risk41%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Road roughness
NAASRA roughness index - median across segments
4.58IRI m/km

Coverage: 100% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/pomona-kin-kin-road-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Pomona-Kin%20Kin%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.

Enquire about council data access →
Frequently asked questions
How long is Pomona-Kin Kin Road?+

Pomona-Kin Kin Road is approximately 12 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Pomona-Kin Kin Road sealed?+

Yes. Pomona-Kin Kin Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Pomona-Kin Kin Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Pomona-Kin Kin Road scores 8.1/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Pomona-Kin Kin Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Pomona-Kin Kin Road scores 7.7/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Pomona-Kin Kin Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Pomona-Kin Kin Road scores 8.0/10 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 Pomona-Kin Kin Road?+

Contour has identified 17 grey spots on Pomona-Kin Kin Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

Similar roads

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.