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Watermelon Creek
Watermelon Creek (Georgia) is located in Georgia (U.S. state)
Watermelon Creek (Georgia)
Watermelon Creek (Georgia) is located in the United States
Watermelon Creek (Georgia)
Physical characteristics
Main source 31°58′55″N 82°01′17″W / 31.9818666°N 82.0215076°W / 31.9818666; -82.0215076
River mouth 31°49′28″N 82°00′56″W / 31.8243724°N 82.0156735°W / 31.8243724; -82.0156735

Watermelon Creek is a small waterway, also known as a stream, located in the sunny state of Georgia, USA. It's like a natural path for water, flowing through the land. This creek eventually joins a much bigger river called the Altamaha River.

About Watermelon Creek

Watermelon Creek is a lovely stream found in the southeastern part of the United States. It plays an important role in the local environment. Creeks like Watermelon Creek are smaller than rivers. They often flow into larger bodies of water.

Where is Watermelon Creek?

This creek is located in Tattnall County, which is in the state of Georgia. Georgia is known for its warm climate and diverse landscapes. Watermelon Creek starts in one area and flows until it meets the Altamaha River. The Altamaha River is one of Georgia's major rivers.

How Did Watermelon Creek Get Its Name?

The name Watermelon Creek comes from the history of the area. Long ago, people in this region grew a lot of watermelons. It was a very common crop there. So, the creek was named after this popular fruit. It's a fun way to remember what the area was known for!

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