In recognition of Labor Day … This Is Man’s Deed
By late summer of 1940, Grand Lake was finally a reality. The major work on Pensacola Dam had been completed earlier that year and the waters of the Grand River had steadily filled the lake throughout the summer months. The dream of a hydroelectric facility across the Grand River Valley – first envisioned by Henry […]
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 […]
Team GRDA’s Summertime Crew
They come from several different backgrounds and several different hometowns. Some are familiar faces around the Grand River Dam Authority, others are being introduced to the organization for the first time. However, all of them, at least for a few months in the summer, become part of Team GRDA. They mow the grass, paint the […]
Energy Efficiency Does Not Need a Vacation
It is late July, and school will be starting soon, but some of you may still be planning a summer vacation. If that is the case, keep in mind that energy efficiency never needs a break. So, while you are working through that get-away checklist, consider taking a few steps that will help with energy […]
Floodwater Release Bulletin
At 4 PM on Monday, July 21: Grand Lake elevation was 745.26 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 50 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,995 cfs of […]
Floodwater Release Bulletin
At 9:15 AM on Monday, July 21: Grand Lake elevation was 745.34 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 103 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,995 cfs of […]
Floodwater Release Bulletin
At 12:30 PM on Thursday, July 17: Grand Lake elevation was 745.85 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 235 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,108 cfs of […]
Floodwater Release Bulletin
At 12:30 PM on Wednesday, July 16: Grand Lake elevation was 746.11 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and one east spillway gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 848 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam […]
Floodwater Release Bulletin
At 8:30AM on Monday, July 7: Grand Lake elevation was 747.98 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and one east spillway gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 1,198 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, […]
Floodwater Release Bulletin
At 9:15 AM on Saturday, July 5: Grand Lake elevation was 749.21 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and one east spillway gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 8,950 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam […]