Eastern Road
Eastern Road is a 3 km mostly sealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 7.7/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and fair surface.
7-day forecast
Sports score IQR: 2.9 - 4.2
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.
Wet road crashes
Crashes that occurred in wet conditions
Night crashes
Crashes that occurred after dark
Based on 10 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.
Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.
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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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Eastern Road is approximately 3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.
Is Eastern Road sealed?+
Mostly. About 50% of Eastern Road is sealed, with some unsealed sections. Check recent community condition reports before travelling.
Is Eastern Road good for motorcycles?+
It rates well. Eastern Road scores 6.4/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.
Can I drive Eastern Road in a caravan?+
With care. Eastern Road scores 4.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.
Is Eastern Road good for an EV?+
Yes. Eastern Road scores 6.9/10 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 Eastern Road?+
Contour has identified 7 grey spots on Eastern Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.
Road data last updated: 24 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.