Moonta Wallaroo Road

SASecondary road4.0 km17 segments

5.1Sports

7.6Safety

4.0 kmTotal length

17Segments

4Recorded crashes

14Grey spot segments

Moonta Wallaroo Road is a 4 km unsealed secondary route in South Australia, Australia. It scores 6.1/10 for caravans with straight corners and fair surface.

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Vehicle scores

5.1/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

5.0/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

5.2/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.0/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

6.1/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 17 segments

Good (6-8)12%Fair (4-6)88%

Sports score IQR: 5.1 - 5.3

Surface

Surface coverage

Unsealed100%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

5.6

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

0.0

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

10.0

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classSecondary road

8.0

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

7.0

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

4.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 17 segments· 10 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

Grey spots

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

When is this road risky?

Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

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.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

7.6/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure40%

Night driving risk40%

Wind exposure44%

Sun glare risk66%

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 17 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#104489504-0.50 km7.37.47.0 #104489508-0.50 km6.86.86.6 #104489509-0.09 km5.75.65.7 #104489500-0.09 km5.45.35.7 #104489494-0.50 km5.35.15.3 #104489505-0.50 km5.35.15.3 #104489501-0.23 km5.15.05.2 #104489502-0.04 km5.15.05.2 #104489507-0.50 km5.15.05.2 #104489493-0.25 km5.15.05.2 #104489495-0.08 km5.15.05.2 #104489497-0.06 km5.15.05.2 #104489499-0.10 km5.15.05.2 #104489503-0.07 km5.15.05.2 #104489496-0.03 km5.15.05.2 #104489506-0.26 km5.04.85.0 #104489498-0.18 km5.04.84.9

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

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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 Moonta Wallaroo Road?+

Moonta Wallaroo Road is approximately 4 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Moonta Wallaroo Road sealed?+

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

Is Moonta Wallaroo Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Moonta Wallaroo Road scores 5.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Moonta Wallaroo Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Moonta Wallaroo Road scores 6.1/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Moonta Wallaroo Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Moonta Wallaroo Road scores 5.0/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

Are there any dangerous sections on Moonta Wallaroo Road?+

Contour has identified 14 grey spots on Moonta Wallaroo Road - 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: 24 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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