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Kurka Drive

SAUnclassified road1.8 km7 segments
3.2Sports
7.4Safety
1.8 kmTotal length
7Segments
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Kurka Drive is a 1.8 km sealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 5.1/10 for EVs with straight corners and solid surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
4.8/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
5.1/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.8/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 7 segments
Fair (4-6)9%Poor (<4)91%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 3.7

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed48%Unsealed52%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
6.4
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
1.9
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
6.7
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classUnclassified road
7.6
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.1
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
3.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskModerate
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.
Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure41%
Night driving risk45%
Wind exposure48%
Sun glare risk76%
Wildlife strike risk15%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
Top 7 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#140017208-0.15 km4.85.14.7#140134196Asphalt0.19 km4.05.96.8#140134197Asphalt0.50 km3.55.26.0#140134198Asphalt0.16 km3.44.95.8#139953405Unpaved0.07 km2.44.04.0#139953406Unpaved0.19 km2.45.24.0#139953404Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/kurka-drive-saRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Kurka%20Drive&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 Kurka Drive?+

Kurka Drive is approximately 1.8 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Kurka Drive sealed?+

Yes. Kurka Drive is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Kurka Drive good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Kurka Drive scores 4.8/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Kurka Drive in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Kurka Drive scores 3.8/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

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Road data last updated: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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