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Pool Road

SAUnclassified road0.6 km2 segments
3.9Sports
6.1Safety
0.6 kmTotal length
2Segments
2Grey spot segments
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Pool Road is a 1 km sealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 8.3/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and solid surface. It also rates well for motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
3.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.2/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Fair (4-6)50%Poor (<4)50%

Sports score IQR: 3.1 - 4.6

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed45%Unsealed55%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
6.5
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
10.0
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
8.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 2 segments
2
Grey spots

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.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
6.1/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure75%
Night driving risk74%
Wind exposure65%
Sun glare risk72%
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 2 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#104816584Asphalt0.26 km5.38.39.0#104135338Unpaved0.32 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/pool-road-saRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Pool%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 Pool Road?+

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

Is Pool Road sealed?+

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

Is Pool Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Pool Road scores 7.1/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Pool Road in a caravan?+

With care. Pool Road scores 4.2/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Pool Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Pool Road scores 6.5/10 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 Pool Road?+

Contour has identified 2 grey spots on Pool 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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