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Walkalba Access Road

NTUnclassified road1.0 km3 segments
2.4Sports
1.0 kmTotal length
3Segments
3Grey spot segments

Walkalba Access Road is a 1 km unsealed road in the Northern Territory, Australia. It scores 7.7/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 3 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
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
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 3 segments
3
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for NT. 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
6.6/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure68%
Night driving risk71%
Wind exposure51%
Sun glare risk39%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/walkalba-access-road-ntRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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Councils & Government

This road is part of NT'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 Walkalba Access Road?+

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

Is Walkalba Access Road sealed?+

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

Is Walkalba Access Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Walkalba Access Road scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Walkalba Access Road in a caravan?+

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

Is Walkalba Access Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Walkalba Access Road scores 7.7/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Walkalba Access Road?+

Contour has identified 3 grey spots on Walkalba Access 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.