Mulberry Creek (Chattahoochee River tributary) facts for kids
Mulberry Creek is a stream in the U.S. state of Georgia. It flows through Harris and Talbot counties in the western part of the state. This creek is a smaller stream that flows into the larger Chattahoochee River.
What's in a Name?
The name of Mulberry Creek has a special history. It comes from a Native American language called Muskogee. The word "Cataula" means "dead mulberry."
Over time, the creek has been known by a few different names. Some of these names include "Cataula Creek," "Cataulee Creek," and "Ketalee Creek."
Where Does Mulberry Creek Flow?
Mulberry Creek starts its journey near the Chattahoochee River. It begins south of Lake Harding in western Harris County.
The creek first flows towards the northeast. It crosses Georgia State Route 219 near a place called Antioch. It continues northeast, passing close to New Mountain Hill Elementary School.
Then, the creek changes direction. It turns north, and after a bit, it turns east. Here, it flows under Interstate 185.
From there, it keeps going east, crossing several smaller roads. It then turns northeast again. The creek crosses U.S. Route 27 south of Hamilton.
As it continues, the creek gets narrower. It curves back to the east, crossing more local roads. It also crosses U.S. Route 27 Alternate north of Waverly Hall. Finally, it turns north and ends in a small lake inside Talbot County.
Roads That Cross the Creek
Many important roads cross over Mulberry Creek. Here are some of the main ones in Harris County:
- Georgia State Route 219 near Antioch
- Interstate 185 at mile marker 21
- U.S. Route 27 south of Hamilton
- U.S. Route 27 Alternate/Georgia State Route 85 north of Waverly Hall
