Space Heater Safety
While Oklahoma winters can move the temperatures up and down the thermometer from one day to the next, many people find that using space heaters is a quick, convenient way to hold off the chill when necessary. However, space heaters, when not used properly, can pose both a fire and electric shock hazard. Safety should […]
GRDA to begin Salina Pumped Storage modernization work
After more than half a century of service, two of the hydroelectric pump-turbine units at the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) Salina Pumped Storage Project (SPSP) are scheduled for upgrades and modernization. Research associated with that work may also benefit other pumped storage projects across the United States. In October 2024, GRDA finalized an agreement […]
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 154 feet across a cove, which measures 160 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 […]
Pryor’s Crisp joins GRDA Board
Pryor’s Jared Crisp, general manager of the Pryor Municipal Utility Board (MUB) has joined the Grand River Dam Authority Board of Directors as the representative for the Municipal Electric Systems of Oklahoma (MESO). He officially joined the board at its February 12 meeting in Chouteau and replaces outgoing board member Dwayne Elam. Crisp was named […]
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 298 feet across a cove, which measures 130.9 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 […]
GRDA’s 2024 in review: Part 3
We continue our look back on the Grand River Dam Authority’s 2024 with a review of July, August, and September, which are typically the busiest months on GRDA’s waters. July is a busy month for GRDA’s Vegetation Management and Excavation Crews, and 2024 was no different. Both crews spent part of the month building a […]
GRDA’s 2024 in review: Part 2
The second quarter of 2024 proved to be a very busy time for the Grand River Dam Authority, as spring arrived in Oklahoma, and exciting new projects got underway. This week, we continue our look back on GRDA’s 2024 with highlights from April, May, and June. As is often the case, springtime brought storm season […]
GRDA’s 2024 in Review: Part 1
As the Grand River Dam Authority enters 2025, it anticipates a year of opportunity and milestones. Whether it be a major construction project, like the ongoing work on the new Unit 4, or another Team GRDA initiative, GRDA will mark these moments as it continues to meet its mission for Oklahoma. However, before we move […]
Bald Eagles back on the nest; GRDA eagle nest buffer zone below Pensacola Dam in effect
Langley – Pensacola Dam’s resident bald eagle pair is active again in 2025. Their nest, located in an area below the Pensacola Dam’s main spillway, has again prompted the Grand River Dam Authority to close access to the area surrounding that nest as it has done in previous years. “This has been a productive location […]
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND WAIVER REQUEST ST. JAMES CLUB
The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM regarding the commercial application for St. James Club. The meeting will be held at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, 420 E Highway 28, Langley, OK 74350. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments […]