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Stuart Creek Road

SAUnclassified road25.7 km52 segments
2.4Sports
6.7Safety
25.7 kmTotal length
52Segments

Stuart Creek Road is a 26 km unsealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 5.2/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
4.3/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.2/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 52 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
1.6
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
2.7
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.
Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure54%
Night driving risk48%
Wind exposure47%
Sun glare risk29%
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 52 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#140125981Unpaved0.50 km2.43.94.0#140126007Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#140125958Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125988Unpaved0.50 km2.44.54.0#140125960Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140125962Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0#140125987Unpaved0.50 km2.44.84.0#140125964Unpaved0.50 km2.44.64.0#140125957Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#140125979Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140125994Unpaved0.50 km2.44.44.0#140125972Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125961Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#140125965Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140125974Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140125975Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125968Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140126003Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140126000Unpaved0.50 km2.45.54.0#140125967Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125985Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#140125973Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125992Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140125969Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140126004Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140126001Unpaved0.50 km2.43.94.0#140125983Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125963Unpaved0.50 km2.45.14.0#140125986Unpaved0.50 km2.43.94.0#140125990Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0#140125991Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#140125982Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#140125996Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#140125998Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125995Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140125978Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125976Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125999Unpaved0.50 km2.45.04.0#140125993Unpaved0.50 km2.44.74.0#140125997Unpaved0.50 km2.45.34.0#140125984Unpaved0.50 km2.44.54.0#140126005Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140126002Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140125966Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125959Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140125989Unpaved0.50 km2.44.14.0#140126006Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0#140125977Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125971Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0#140125980Unpaved0.50 km2.43.84.0#140125970Unpaved0.50 km2.44.84.0#140126008Unpaved0.23 km2.44.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/stuart-creek-road-saRoad 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 Stuart Creek Road?+

Stuart Creek Road is approximately 26 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 20 minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Stuart Creek Road sealed?+

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

Is Stuart Creek Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Stuart Creek Road scores 4.3/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Stuart Creek Road in a caravan?+

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

Is Stuart Creek Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Stuart Creek Road scores 5.2/10 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.