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Richards Road

QLDResidential road0.9 km3 segments
6.9Sports
6.6Safety
0.9 kmTotal length
3Segments
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Richards Road is a 860 m sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.4/10 for caravans with gently winding corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs.

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Vehicle scores
6.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 3 segments
Excellent (8+)33%Good (6-8)33%Fair (4-6)33%

Sports score IQR: 6.1 - 7.5

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed21%Unsealed79%
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
7.0
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskElevated
Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.
Night riskPresent
Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.
Wind exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure59%
Night driving risk62%
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.

Road roughness
NAASRA roughness index - median across segments
0.89IRI m/km

Coverage: 33% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
Top 55 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#151559225Asphalt0.50 km8.18.18.1#151559227Asphalt0.24 km6.96.77.2#150164930Paved0.43 km6.26.06.5#150337751-0.23 km5.35.55.1#151559226Asphalt0.12 km5.35.15.8#150847912Paved0.02 km4.94.75.6#150164936Paved0.33 km4.84.55.4#150847911Paved0.13 km4.54.34.9#151237627-0.50 km4.26.47.0#151765548-0.50 km4.26.47.0#151237629-0.20 km4.26.47.0#151237628-0.50 km4.26.47.0#150328553Gravel0.50 km4.04.94.0#150328555Gravel0.50 km4.06.14.0#151192980Asphalt0.50 km3.85.66.6#151192983Asphalt0.15 km3.85.66.6#150328554Gravel0.02 km3.73.74.0#150337752-0.30 km3.63.63.7#150197954Asphalt0.18 km3.65.36.5#151192982Asphalt0.50 km3.55.16.1#151192981Asphalt0.50 km3.55.16.1#150197987Asphalt0.10 km3.55.16.1#150197986Asphalt0.03 km3.45.16.5#150197984Asphalt0.02 km3.45.16.5#150197985Asphalt0.01 km3.45.16.5#150328556Gravel0.13 km3.43.43.6#150197983Asphalt0.22 km3.14.65.6#150393887-0.17 km3.04.65.1#150393889-0.50 km2.94.54.8#151765549-0.50 km2.84.45.0#151765550-0.30 km2.74.24.6#150393891-0.46 km2.64.04.3#151295261Unpaved0.21 km2.44.74.0#151295253Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#150615945Unpaved0.50 km2.45.84.0#150615946Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#150615949Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#150615955Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#150615960Unpaved0.12 km2.44.44.0#150368256Unpaved0.09 km2.46.04.0#151115213Unpaved0.40 km2.46.04.0#151765555Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#151765556Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#151765557Unpaved0.34 km2.44.54.0#151765551Unpaved0.03 km2.44.04.0#151765552Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#151765553Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#151295254Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#151765554Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#151295255Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#151295256Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#151295257Unpaved0.50 km2.45.64.0#151295258Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#151295259Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#151295260Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/richards-road-qld-9Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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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 Richards Road?+

Richards Road is approximately 860 m long.

Is Richards Road sealed?+

Yes. Richards Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Richards Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Richards Road scores 6.7/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Richards Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Richards Road scores 7.4/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Richards Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Richards Road scores 7.2/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

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Road data last updated: 11 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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