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Weld Road

WAUnclassified road9.7 km18 segments
4.2Sports
9.7 kmTotal length
18Segments
18Grey spot segments
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Weld Road is a 10 km sealed road in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 8.1/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and fair surface. It also rates well for EVs.

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Vehicle scores
4.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.4/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.1/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.5/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 18 segments
Fair (4-6)83%Poor (<4)17%

Sports score IQR: 4.2 - 4.2

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed29%Unsealed71%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
4.2
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
9.4
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
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 18 segments· 5 years of data
18
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for WA. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

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 5 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
7.1/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure48%
Night driving risk60%
Wind exposure58%
Sun glare risk83%
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 52 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#98602409Asphalt0.16 km8.28.28.4#98602394Asphalt0.55 km7.87.87.9#98602401Asphalt0.22 km7.67.67.8#98602395Asphalt0.37 km7.06.97.3#98602403Asphalt0.58 km6.86.76.9#98602408Asphalt0.10 km6.76.67.2#99598876Asphalt0.33 km6.66.56.6#98602393Asphalt0.36 km6.56.46.7#98602404Asphalt0.07 km6.16.06.5#98602402Asphalt0.14 km5.85.66.1#98602406Asphalt0.38 km5.75.56.2#98602411Asphalt0.02 km5.75.56.3#98602410Asphalt0.09 km5.75.56.3#98602405Asphalt0.13 km5.55.36.0#98653094Paved0.41 km5.45.15.9#98602399Asphalt0.06 km5.25.05.6#98602397Asphalt0.56 km5.25.05.6#98602398Asphalt0.01 km5.14.85.3#98602396Asphalt0.50 km5.14.85.3#98602412Asphalt0.14 km5.14.85.3#98602407Asphalt0.01 km5.14.85.3#98602400Asphalt0.01 km5.14.85.3#98664915-0.65 km4.26.47.0#98664920-0.50 km4.26.47.0#98664923-0.43 km4.26.47.0#98664929-0.35 km4.26.47.0#98664927-0.50 km4.26.47.0#98664911-0.44 km4.26.47.0#98664914-0.56 km4.26.46.9#98664917-0.65 km4.26.47.0#98664918-0.65 km4.26.47.0#98664921-0.65 km4.26.47.0#98664925-0.65 km4.26.47.0#98664913-0.65 km4.26.47.0#98664924-0.65 km4.26.47.0#98664909-0.65 km4.26.47.0#98664912-0.65 km4.26.47.0#98667989-0.12 km4.04.14.3#98664922-0.65 km3.75.96.4#98668302-0.07 km3.53.63.9#98667990-0.23 km3.53.63.9#98668304-0.17 km3.53.63.9#98664916-0.35 km3.15.05.6#98668306-0.21 km3.13.13.2#98664926-0.06 km3.04.75.4#99146655Unpaved0.39 km2.44.24.0#99146656Unpaved0.17 km2.43.84.0#99146654Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#99146650Unpaved0.50 km2.23.53.8#99146651Unpaved0.45 km2.23.53.8#99146653Unpaved0.36 km2.13.33.5#99146652Unpaved0.50 km2.13.33.5
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/weld-road-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Weld%20Road&state=WASearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of WA'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 Weld Road?+

Weld Road is approximately 10 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Weld Road sealed?+

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

Is Weld Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Weld Road scores 6.4/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Weld Road in a caravan?+

With care. Weld Road scores 4.5/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Weld Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Weld Road scores 7.0/10 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 Weld Road?+

Contour has identified 18 grey spots on Weld 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: 23 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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