Electrical safety and spring cleaning
Planning to do some spring cleaning in the coming weeks? If so, the Grand River Dam Authority wants to remind you that spring cleaning time is also a great time to perform some spring electrical safety inspections in the home. To assist you in that process, we are once again passing along these tips from […]
Saving daylight and saving energy
Recently, we all moved the clocks forward and entered Daylight Saving Time. As a result, we get more sunlight into the evenings which, for many of us, translates into more time spent outdoors, in the backyard or even at the lake or river. While the time change might require a couple of days of adjusting, […]
Stay safe, stay clear of downed power lines
Weather-wise, early March can mean many different things in Oklahoma. Maybe it still feels like winter or maybe it feels more like spring. More often than not though, the wind is likely blowing, no matter what the temperature. And during a month that can come in like a lamb and go out like a lion […]
Public power works for Oklahoma
It exists in 49 of the United States, can be found in over 2,000 communities nationwide and is a time-tested means of local service that, collectively, meets the electric needs of 48 million Americans. It is called public power, and it is alive and well in the cities and towns that own and operate their […]
Electric cord safety tips
The American Burn Association recently recognized the first full week of February as National Burn Awareness Week. With that in mind, the Grand River Dam Authority sees this as a great time to revisit burn awareness and fire safety. Of course, you can help prevent fires in your home with a checklist to ensure your […]
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” […]
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 […]
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 […]
Safety tips for electric blankets, heating pads
Weather in Oklahoma can change quickly. Even in the winter months, those changes can come day by day or maybe even hour by hour. While some days may be pleasant, the cold air can still arrive after dark, leading many of us to raise the thermostat just a bit. At the same time, we may […]
Celebrating the holidays in our hometowns
Usually, Grand River Dam Authority Police boats are found floating on the waters of Grand Lake or Lake Hudson, but throughout December, you probably saw them floating down main street too. That is because GRDA is a proud participant in Christmas parades all across the service area. That tradition continued in 2025, as our team […]