Notice to the Public

Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 116 feet across a cove. Applicant: Gary & Mary Wildman Location: Patricia Island Lake Address: 4999 Lighthouse Springs […]

Duck Creek ramp replacement project on Grand Lake now complete

The Grand River Dam Authority wants to let the public know that the Duck Creek ramp replacement on Grand Lake is now complete and is open to the public. The ramp replacement at the GRDA hangar, near Red Arrow should be completed tomorrow, Thursday, April 22. GRDA appreciated the public’s cooperation while this work was […]

86 years of milestones (and counting) …

Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. April 26 marks the Grand River Dam Authority’s 86th birthday. It was back on that date in April of 1935 when the 15th Oklahoma legislature passed the “GRDA Enabling Act” to create the agency to be a “conservation and reclamation district for the […]

Springtime safety around hydro facilities

Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As spring weather brings more and more people to the water’s edge near GRDA hydroelectric facilities for fishing, hiking or just enjoying the scenery, it is a good time to revisit some important safety reminders. Also, because spring in Oklahoma often means heavy […]

Notice of Public Meeting

The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, April 27th at 9:00 AM in person with a virtual option for the commercial application in the name of Grand Lake RV Resort. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments regarding the construction of 4 new docks in the […]

Ready to Respond

Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. With approximately 1,200 miles of high-voltage electric transmission lines carrying its power across Oklahoma, the Grand River Dam Authority has a lot of ground to cover when it comes to maintaining its system. Fortunately, a team of dedicated and experienced professionals keeps an […]

GRDA recognized for exceptional electric reliability in 2020

For the second straight year, and the third time in four years, the Grand River Dam Authority has received national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability. The recognition comes from the American Public Power Association (APPA), a trade group that represents more than 2,000 not-for-profit, community-owned electric utilities. APPA helps electric utilities track power outage […]

Spring cleaning and electrical safety

Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Does warmer weather and the move into April have you in a spring cleaning mood? If your plans include clearing up the winter clutter in your kitchen, laundry room or utility room, the Grand River Dam Authority also reminds you that it is […]