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Texas Road

QLDResidential road3.9 km9 segments
4.9Sports
8.0Safety
3.9 kmTotal length
9Segments
1Recorded crashes
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Texas Road is a 3.9 km unsealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 5.4/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.7/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 9 segments
Fair (4-6)85%Poor (<4)15%

Sports score IQR: 4.2 - 5.5

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.5
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
6.1
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.8
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
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskModerate
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.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 9 segments· 24 years of data
1
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
0
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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

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
Wet road exposure50%
Night driving risk66%
Wind exposure46%
Sun glare risk27%
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 24 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#142536035Asphalt0.60 km8.68.58.4#142377636Asphalt0.17 km7.06.77.1#142377637Asphalt0.15 km6.86.57.1#142536034Asphalt0.18 km6.56.36.7#142536037Asphalt0.10 km6.46.16.8#142536036Asphalt0.10 km6.46.16.8#142377635Asphalt0.06 km6.46.06.8#142193425Concrete0.13 km6.36.06.8#142377634Asphalt0.03 km6.15.96.6#142193430Asphalt0.04 km5.85.56.3#142193431Asphalt0.06 km5.85.56.3#142265719-0.41 km5.86.05.4#142265721-0.50 km5.65.95.3#142265718-0.50 km5.55.85.2#142265722-0.50 km5.55.85.2#142265716-0.50 km5.15.14.9#142265724-0.44 km4.34.54.3#142265720-0.50 km4.24.44.2#142538235Asphalt0.09 km3.75.76.8#142538234Asphalt0.06 km3.75.66.8#142265723-0.50 km3.63.73.7#142671799Asphalt0.02 km3.65.46.8#142538233Asphalt0.04 km3.35.06.3#142265717-0.08 km3.13.13.3
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/texas-road-qldRoad 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 Texas Road?+

Texas Road is approximately 3.9 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Texas Road sealed?+

No. Texas Road is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Texas Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Texas Road scores 5.1/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Texas Road in a caravan?+

With care. Texas Road scores 4.7/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Texas Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Texas Road scores 5.4/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

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Road data last updated: 28 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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