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Schultz Road

SAUnclassified road21.2 km44 segments
2.4Sports
6.4Safety
21.2 kmTotal length
44Segments
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Schultz Road is a 21 km unsealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 5.3/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
4.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
3.9/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 44 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.3 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
2.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.9
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
3.7
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskElevated
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.
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.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure56%
Night driving risk51%
Wind exposure50%
Sun glare risk45%
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 105 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#140235516Gravel0.07 km4.04.74.0#139947702Gravel0.50 km4.04.74.0#139947699Gravel0.50 km4.05.14.0#140219111Gravel0.13 km4.05.44.0#140219112Gravel0.02 km4.05.24.0#139947698Gravel0.16 km4.05.04.0#139947706Gravel0.36 km4.06.54.0#140169248Unpaved0.30 km4.06.34.0#139947697Gravel0.50 km4.05.54.0#139947704Gravel0.50 km4.04.54.0#139947705Gravel0.50 km4.06.54.0#139947703Gravel0.39 km4.06.54.0#139947700Gravel0.50 km4.05.34.0#139947701Gravel0.26 km4.05.04.0#140087927Unpaved0.33 km3.03.03.1#140087926Unpaved0.50 km2.82.82.8#140085033Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140159083Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0#140085051Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085036Ground0.50 km2.44.04.0#140159099Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140159085Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0#140085057Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140034388Unpaved0.34 km2.44.94.0#139891063Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140159098Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140085034Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#139891064Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0#140019155Dirt0.50 km2.45.74.0#140159084Unpaved0.50 km2.45.04.0#139891062Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#140085031Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085063Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140159093Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140085050Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085030Ground0.50 km2.43.83.9#140085049Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140034387Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140159086Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0#140019170Dirt0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085023Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085047Ground0.50 km2.46.04.0#140085039Ground0.50 km2.43.83.9#140085056Ground0.50 km2.45.54.0#140085055Ground0.50 km2.43.94.0#140085059Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085048Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#139891061Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085041Ground0.16 km2.43.84.0#140085022Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140019189Dirt0.33 km2.45.54.0#140085060Ground0.50 km2.44.14.0#140085053Ground0.50 km2.44.14.0#140085046Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085054Ground0.50 km2.45.64.0#140159101Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140085028Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140019186Dirt0.50 km2.46.04.0#140019158Dirt0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085061Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085045Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140019188Dirt0.50 km2.43.84.0#140019160Dirt0.50 km2.46.04.0#140159096Unpaved0.50 km2.45.44.0#140085043Ground0.50 km2.45.94.0#140019159Dirt0.50 km2.43.94.0#140159103Unpaved0.33 km2.44.34.0#140019156Dirt0.27 km2.44.74.0#140159092Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140085062Ground0.50 km2.44.14.0#140159089Unpaved0.50 km2.44.54.0#140169281Unpaved0.33 km2.46.04.0#139891065Unpaved0.49 km2.44.44.0#140085052Ground0.50 km2.43.94.0#140019187Dirt0.50 km2.43.84.0#140019154Dirt0.07 km2.44.14.0#140085064Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085035Ground0.50 km2.43.84.0#140019157Dirt0.50 km2.43.84.0#140085058Ground0.50 km2.45.04.0#140159090Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140159097Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140159088Unpaved0.50 km2.45.04.0#140159095Unpaved0.50 km2.45.34.0#140159091Unpaved0.50 km2.44.54.0#140159087Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0#140159100Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0#140159102Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140159094Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140019169Dirt0.50 km2.44.24.0#140085026Ground0.50 km2.43.73.8#140085032Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7#140085024Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7#140085038Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7#140085042Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7#140019153Dirt0.31 km2.33.63.7#140085065Ground0.04 km2.33.63.7#140085025Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7#140085040Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7#140019161Dirt0.22 km2.33.63.7#140085029Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7#140085044Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7#140019171Dirt0.21 km2.33.63.7#140085037Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7#140085027Ground0.50 km2.33.63.7
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/schultz-road-saRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Schultz%20Road&state=SASearch roads by name

Councils & Government

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Frequently asked questions
How long is Schultz Road?+

Schultz Road is approximately 21 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 20 minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Schultz Road sealed?+

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

Is Schultz Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Schultz Road scores 4.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Schultz Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Schultz Road scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Schultz Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Schultz Road scores 5.3/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

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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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