Proud to partner with Oklahoma communities
As a proud member of 26 chambers of commerce, economic development and marketing associations across Oklahoma, the Grand River Dam Authority is right at home in Oklahoma hometowns. Whether those communities are located around the lakes GRDA manages or they are the public power communities that receive reliable, abundant GRDA wholesale electricity, the Authority’s connections […]
GRDA’s summertime team
Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Every summer they arrive at Grand River Dam Authority facilities, from several different backgrounds and several different hometowns. Some are familiar faces, some are brand new, but all become part of Team GRDA, at least for a few months. They mow the grass, […]
Heading to the water? Wear your life jacket.
Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. With over 70,000 surface acres of Grand Lake and Hudson Lake waters and the scenic Illinois River under its control, the Grand River Dam Authority’s commitment to stewardship of Oklahoma’s natural resources and popular recreational areas is broad. Whether you are sailing on […]
Cool and efficient in summer temps
Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As temperatures across Oklahoma start to approach the 90s on a more consistent basis, we know the hottest days of summer are likely just around the corner. That means all across the area, many air conditioners and fans will be putting in the […]
Electrical safety tips for boat owners
Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The month of May is recognized as National Electric Safety Month, but it is also the month leading up to the busy boating season at the Grand River Dam Authority’s Grand and Hudson lakes. With that in mind, we wanted to take this […]
Electric safety tips for pools and hot tubs
Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Energy Center. May is National Electric Safety Month and the Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join with organizations like the Electric Safety Foundation International (ESFI) to pass along important safety tips during the month. With summer temps already upon us, many will soon […]
More about surge protection
Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. May is National Electric Safety Month and the Grand River Dam Authority is pleased to join with the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) to help inform and educate the public about important electric safety issues. One of those issues involves power surges. A […]
Don’t overload your circuits
Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. May is recognized as National Electric Safety Month and once again, the Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join with Electric Safety Foundation International (esfi.org) in passing along some important electric safety tips. This week, we look at our homes, and some […]
Oklahoma’s Public Power Team
Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. They came from all over the state this week to meet in Norman for the Municipal Electric Systems of Oklahoma (MESO) Public Power Conference. As the name suggests this is the annual gathering of Oklahoma’s public power team. Representatives from the state’s cities […]
A reliable response
Power for Progress… a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. With approximately 1,200 miles of high-voltage electric transmission lines carrying its power across Oklahoma, the Grand River Dam Authority has a lot of ground to cover when it comes to maintaining its system. Fortunately, a team of dedicated and experienced professionals keeps an […]