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Wattle Road

QLDUnclassified road2.1 km5 segments
6.2Sports
2.1 kmTotal length
5Segments
19Recorded crashes
18Grey spot segments
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Wattle Road is a 2 km sealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.5/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.5/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 5 segments
Excellent (8+)20%Good (6-8)60%Fair (4-6)20%

Sports score IQR: 6.1 - 7.3

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed63%Unsealed37%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
2.1
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classUnclassified road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 5 segments· 24 years of data
19
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
7
Serious injuries
18
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

2%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

19%

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
7.3/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure35%
Night driving risk50%
Wind exposure53%
Sun glare risk99%
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
#96281773Asphalt0.50 km8.18.08.1#96281775Asphalt0.12 km7.37.07.5#96491653-0.50 km6.67.06.5#96281774Asphalt0.50 km6.26.06.3#96281771Asphalt0.50 km6.15.86.5#96942913Asphalt0.12 km5.85.76.3#96942915Asphalt0.01 km5.85.66.4#96281772Asphalt0.50 km5.65.35.8#96942919Asphalt0.07 km5.65.46.1#96942918Asphalt0.11 km5.65.46.1#96058555Asphalt0.02 km5.65.46.1#96942917Asphalt0.07 km5.35.15.7#97222162Asphalt0.02 km5.35.15.7#96942914Asphalt0.01 km5.24.95.4#97222159Asphalt0.01 km5.24.95.4#96942916Asphalt0.00 km5.24.95.4#96824619Gravel0.50 km4.06.54.0#96824620Gravel0.13 km3.23.23.4#96491654-0.04 km3.13.13.2#96412997-0.02 km2.64.14.8#96412995-0.10 km2.64.14.7#96412994-0.05 km2.43.74.1#96412996-0.15 km2.33.53.8
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/wattle-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 Wattle Road?+

Wattle Road is approximately 2 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Wattle Road sealed?+

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

Is Wattle Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Wattle Road scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Wattle Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Wattle Road scores 7.5/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Wattle Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Wattle Road scores 6.5/10 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 Wattle Road?+

Contour has identified 18 grey spots on Wattle 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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