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Nash Road

SAResidential road0.7 km2 segments
6.0Sports
0.7 kmTotal length
2Segments
1Recorded crashes
22Grey spot segments
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Nash Road is a 1 km sealed residential street in South Australia, Australia. It scores 8.1/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
6.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
8.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.1/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.0/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.8/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Good (6-8)50%Fair (4-6)50%

Sports score IQR: 5.9 - 6.2

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed19%Unsealed81%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
8.6
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classResidential road
3.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.5
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· 10 years of data
1
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
22
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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

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.

Traffic volume
Annual average daily traffic
3,100vehicles per day (median)

Coverage: 50% of segments have AADT data. Based on traffic count surveys - actual volumes vary by season.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
6.6/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure62%
Night driving risk59%
Wind exposure56%
Sun glare risk96%
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 23 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#103966752Paved0.19 km5.77.47.8#103966753Paved0.47 km5.77.67.6#104318144Paved0.18 km4.26.37.0#104195972-0.50 km4.26.47.0#104195973-0.14 km4.26.47.0#104318149Unpaved0.37 km4.04.64.0#104318146Paved0.45 km3.55.16.0#104318145Paved0.50 km3.45.05.9#104318147Unpaved0.50 km2.82.92.9#104318148Unpaved0.23 km2.82.82.8#104329749Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#104329754Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#104329751Unpaved0.50 km2.45.74.0#104329744Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#104329745Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#104329747Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#104329752Unpaved0.20 km2.45.54.0#104329743Unpaved0.50 km2.45.54.0#104329753Unpaved0.50 km2.44.84.0#104329748Unpaved0.50 km2.44.84.0#104329750Unpaved0.50 km2.44.84.0#104329755Unpaved0.41 km2.46.04.0#104329746Unpaved0.50 km2.45.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/nash-road-sa-3Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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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 Nash Road?+

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

Is Nash Road sealed?+

Yes. Nash Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Nash Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Nash Road 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 Nash Road in a caravan?+

With care. Nash Road scores 4.8/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Nash Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Nash Road scores 8.1/10 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 Nash Road?+

Contour has identified 22 grey spots on Nash 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: 16 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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