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The Esplande

QLDResidential road0.4 km2 segments
5.4Sports
0.4 kmTotal length
2Segments

The Esplande is a 390 m unsealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 6.4/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
5.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.7/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
5.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Good (6-8)62%Poor (<4)38%

Sports score IQR: 4.2 - 5.8

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
6.2
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.0
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
8.9
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Segments
Top 2 segments by sports score
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/the-esplande-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 The Esplande?+

The Esplande is approximately 390 m long.

Is The Esplande sealed?+

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

Is The Esplande good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. The Esplande scores 5.7/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive The Esplande in a caravan?+

Not recommended. The Esplande scores 3.4/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is The Esplande suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. The Esplande scores 6.4/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

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Road data last updated: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.