[1] The Minister for Local Government and Main Roads was responsible for the department; Warren Pitt was the last person in this portfolio.

The department's head office was at 477 Boundary Street in Spring Hill, Brisbane The department was one of a handful of government agencies in Queensland with a permanent public museum.

Situated in Toowoomba, the Heritage Centre showcases the story and culture of the department with a rich history; how hard work and a pioneering spirit have helped connect Queensland.

[2] The Department of Main Roads had a major projects section located at 260 Queen Street.

Due to the state's population growth and growing use of the roads for mining in Australia many more projects are being planned and implemented across Queensland.