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Blakeley Road

SAUnclassified road0.9 km4 segments
2.4Sports
5.9Safety
0.9 kmTotal length
4Segments
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Blakeley Road is a 850 m unsealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 6.8/10 for 4WDs with gently winding corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.8/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 4 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
5.0
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.
Road intel
Wet riskElevated
Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.
Night riskPresent
Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.
Wind exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Traffic volume
Annual average daily traffic
28vehicles per day (median)

Coverage: 25% of segments have AADT data. Based on traffic count surveys - actual volumes vary by season.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure69%
Night driving risk74%
Wind exposure51%
Sun glare risk97%
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 4 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#147314474Unpaved0.29 km2.46.04.0#147190429Unpaved0.02 km2.44.44.0#147190430Unpaved0.48 km2.46.04.0#147190405Unpaved0.06 km2.44.24.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/blakeley-road-saRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Blakeley%20Road&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 Blakeley Road?+

Blakeley Road is approximately 850 m long.

Is Blakeley Road sealed?+

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

Is Blakeley Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Blakeley Road scores 5.2/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Blakeley Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Blakeley Road scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Blakeley Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Blakeley Road scores 6.8/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

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Road data last updated: 11 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.