GRDA’s Salina Pumped Storage Project …
Located in the hills southeast of Salina, Oklahoma, on the Saline Creek arm of Lake Hudson, the Salina Pumped Storage Project (SPSP) is a unique facility that plays a vital role in the Grand River Dam Authority’s overall electricity production. Built in the late 1960s, the facility — known to many locals as “the Pumpback” […]
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Windmill Run Marina
The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to modify the breakwater for Windmill Run Marina located in Delaware County. The applicant plans to add 48’ to the existing 120’ breakwater. A public meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, located […]
GRDA’s Eagle Pass
All year long, the Grand River Dam Authority’s lakes region is a great place to see all sorts of wildlife and waterfowl. However, this is a yearly reminder that right now is an especially good time to see American Bald Eagles and Golden Eagles below Pensacola Dam, at an area GRDA has designated as “Eagle […]
GRDA once again establishes eagle nest buffer zone below Pensacola Dam
New activity in an established bald eagle nest, located in an area below the Pensacola Dam main spillway, has prompted the Grand River Dam Authority to close access to the area, as it has done in previous years. A portion of the spillway area, popular as an off-roading destination, will also be closed to visitors […]
Cold weather boating? Keeps these tips in mind
The temperatures have been going up and down so far in 2026, but that is pretty typical for January in Oklahoma. However, even on the cold days many folks still consider this time of the year to be perfect for a visit to GRDA lakes. In fact, boating, fishing and hunting take place all around […]
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEEETING The Queens, LLC d/b/a Royal Bay Marina
The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Grand Lakeside Marina into the name of The Queens, LLC d/b/a Royal Bay Marina. The project is located in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing two breakwaters and four docks with […]