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 […]
NPPD, OPPD, LES and GRDA Launch Joint Effort to Explore Advanced Nuclear Energy
Columbus/Lincoln/Omaha, Neb. & Tulsa, Okla. – In a collaborative effort that marks a milestone for Nebraska’s and Oklahoma’s energy future — Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD), Omaha Public Power District (OPPD), Lincoln Electric System (LES) and Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) — have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to form the Great Plains New […]
GRDA announces temporary drawdown of Holway Reservoir
In order to complete a maintenance project at its Salina Pumped Storage Project, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that a temporary drawdown of the W.R. Holway Reservoir is underway. The reservoir, also known as Chimney Rock Reservoir, is part of GRDA’s Salina Pumped Storage Project (SPSP) hydroelectric facility, located along the Salina Creek […]
GRDA Police share water safety tips ahead of Labor Day holiday
The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to remind those heading to the lakes or river of some important information that can help promote a safe time on the water. Whether visiting GRDA’s Grand Lake, Lake Hudson, or the scenic Illinois River, it is important to remember that enjoyable outings always start with boating […]
GRDA Police share boating rules in place for Grand Lake’s Duck Creek
As the busy July 4 holiday approaches, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reminding Grand Lake visitors of the special Duck Creek rules in place for the holiday weekend. Not only are these rules in place to help promote safe outings on one of the busiest lake days of the summer, but also […]
GRDA Police Department offers boating tips, safety reminders ahead of July 4 holiday
As we draw near to the long July 4th weekend and the busiest time of the year for area lakes and rivers, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department reminds everyone to boat and float safe, smart, and sober when they visit the water. Due to recent heavy, historic rains across the region, many lake […]
Pensacola Dam Tours
As a reminder, the Grand River Dam Authority is no longer able to offer free walk-up tours of historic Pensacola Dam. However, some pre-arranged tours are still offered for groups of 10 or more, Monday – Friday between 8AM and 4PM. Please contact jacklyn.smittle@grda.com, (918) 981-8473 for more information. While the walk-up tours are no […]
All advisories for both the Illinois River and Lake Hudson have been removed
2:20 PM Update: The Grand River Dam Authority Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department is announcing that E. Coli advisories have been removed from the Combs Bridge, Chewey Bridge and Tahlequah (Highway 62) areas of the Illinois River, as well as the advisory from Lake Hudson. Currently, no GRDA controlled waters are under an E.Coli advisory […]
GRDA Update: E. Coli advisories dropped for Illinois River
The Grand River Dam Authority Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department is announcing that E. Coli advisories have been removed from the Combs Bridge, Chewey Bridge and Tahlequah (Highway 62) areas of the Illinois River. Testing conducted in the department’s lab on Saturday, June 21, confirmed that E.Coli levels have now dropped below the advisory level. […]
GRDA issuing E. coli advisory for areas of Hudson Lake and the Illinois River
Due to elevated levels of E. coli, resulting from recent heavy rains and water flows, the Grand River Dam Authority is issuing an advisory for several areas of the waters under its control. On Friday, June 20, water samples collected from Lake Hudson and the Illinois River areas confirmed the presence of high levels of […]