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Bay Terrace

SAPrimary road0.2 km2 segments
8.1Sports
0.2 kmTotal length
2Segments
2Grey spot segments

Bay Terrace is a 0 km sealed primary route in South Australia, Australia. It scores 8.4/10 for caravans with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and sports cars and motorcycles and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
8.1/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
8.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.2/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
8.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Excellent (8+)50%Good (6-8)50%

Sports score IQR: 8.0 - 8.2

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
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
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classPrimary road
5.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.5
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
8.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 2 segments
2
Grey spots

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

Traffic volume
Annual average daily traffic
850vehicles per day (median)

Coverage: 100% of segments have AADT data. Based on traffic count surveys - actual volumes vary by season.

Segments
Top 2 segments by sports score
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/bay-terrace-saRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Bay%20Terrace&state=SASearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of SA'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 Bay Terrace?+

Bay Terrace is approximately 0 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Bay Terrace sealed?+

Yes. Bay Terrace is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Bay Terrace good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Bay Terrace scores 8.0/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Bay Terrace in a caravan?+

Yes. Bay Terrace scores 8.4/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Bay Terrace good for an EV?+

Yes. Bay Terrace scores 8.2/10 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 Bay Terrace?+

Contour has identified 2 grey spots on Bay Terrace - 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.