It originates in the city of East Point in Fulton County and eventually flows into Lake Jackson, joining the Yellow River and Alcovy River to form the Ocmulgee.

[2] In 2021, non-profit American Rivers placed the South River fourth on its list of America's Most Endangered Rivers, citing "the egregious threat that ongoing sewage pollution poses to clean water and public health.

"[3] The river daylights just north of Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport, in the city of East Point, Georgia.

[6] The dam immediately before Snapping Shoals was once used as a hydro-electric production plant to power a local machine shop.

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