Tests for deceleration and stopping distance under § 32-18-8 shall be made on a substantially level (not to exceed plus or minus one percent grade), dry, smooth, hard surface that is free from loose material.

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Source: SDC 1939, § 44.0346; SL 1967, ch 197, § 2.