Walnut Creek (South River tributary) facts for kids

Walnut Creek is a stream in the U.S. state of Georgia. It is about 30 miles (48 kilometers) long. Walnut Creek is a tributary of the South River. A tributary is like a smaller river or stream that flows into a larger one.

Walnut Creek starts in the city of Hampton in Henry County. From there, it flows until it joins the South River. The South River is a branch of the Ocmulgee River.

Making Water for the City

Walnut Creek is very important for the people living nearby. A dam has been built on the creek. This dam creates a special lake called the Fargason Reservoir.

The Fargason Reservoir is a big source of water. It provides drinking water for the city of McDonough. This city is also located in Henry County.

Bridges and Crossings

Many roads and even a railway cross over Walnut Creek. These crossings help people and trains get around Henry County. As the creek flows from where it starts to where it ends, it goes under many bridges and culverts. A culvert is like a tunnel that lets water flow under a road or railway.

Some of the main crossings include:

• Bridges for busy roads like Jonesboro Road and Dailey Mill Road.
• Crossings for major highways such as Interstate 75 (I-75).
• Bridges for state routes like US 23/GA 42 and GA 155.
• A crossing for the Norfolk Southern Railway train tracks.