GRDA confirms fire in generating unit
The Grand River Dam Authority can confirm tonight that a fire broke out earlier this evening on the exterior of its combined cycle natural gas generating unit (Unit 3) at the Grand River Energy Center, near Chouteau. The fire has since been contained and GRDA confirms that all personnel are accounted for and all are […]
GRDA receives national commendation for electric restoration efforts
The Grand River Dam Authority has received a national commendation from the American Public Power Association for providing mutual aid electric power restoration efforts to the Lafayette (Louisiana) Utilities System, as well as the Terrebonne Parish Utilities Department. In late August, GRDA sent 20 employees to assist these public power utilities in Louisiana, which suffered […]
GRDA announces temporary drawdown of Holway Reservoir
The Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that a temporary drawdown of the W.R. Holway Reservoir is set to begin on Monday, September 27. 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 arm of Lake Hudson. GRDA plans to […]
Wagoner’s Elam is new GRDA Chairman
Wagoner City Administrator Dwayne Elam will lead the Grand River Dam Authority Board of Directors as chairman over the next 12 months. He began his tenure when the GRDA Board held its September 16 meeting in Claremore. Elam succeeds outgoing Chairman Mike Lewandowski (Afton). Charles Sublett (Tulsa) will serve as chair-elect during that period. A […]
GRDA Police: Boat & float safe, smart, and sober during 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 […]
Initial Study Report Meeting
The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will be holding the Initial Study Report (ISR) meeting for the Pensacola Project Relicensing Process as noted below: When: October 12-14, 2021 (Note: October 14th is a non-public meeting with the Cultural Resources Working Group Members Only) Time: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Held Virtually As a reminder, the […]
GRDA crews head to Louisiana to help restore power following Ida’s landfall
As Hurricane Ida bears down on the Gulf Coast, a crew from the Grand River Dam Authority is headed to Lafayette, Louisiana, to help repair any damage the storm may cause to that city’s electric system. The GRDA crew of 20 volunteers, including powerline maintenance and vegetation management personnel, mechanics and law enforcement, left Pryor […]
Lakes-area septic repair/replace program seeing
When an aging septic tank, located at a residence in Grand Lake’s Ketchum Cove, was replaced with a tie-in to the local municipal sewer system recently, it marked a milestone in an ongoing effort to improve the water quality in the Grand River Watershed. The owner of that property was the first to take advantage […]
GRDA Reminder: Registration for controlled hunts closes July 31
The Grand River Dam Authority is reminding the public that the final date to register for controlled hunts on some of its property ends July 31, 2021. Earlier this summer, GRDA opened the online registration for the draw hunts on its property near the Neosho River in Ottawa County. Prospective hunters can access the online […]
“A Grand Adventure” youth day camp returning to Grand Lake this month
The Grand River Dam Authority, along with Blue Thumb and the Oklahoma State University Extension Service are planning a “A Grand Adventure” later this month. The organizations are joining forces to again offer the popular lake and stream youth day camp for students ages 9 to 12. The event will take place on Friday, July […]