Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # GRDA ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://grda.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [2026 August Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2026-august-board-meeting/) - The August board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING 4 THE LANDINGS MARINA, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-4-the-landings-marina-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Wings to Water into the name of 4 The Landings Marina, LLC. The project is located in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing 8 docks with a total of 123 slips - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AFTON LAND LEASE COMMUNITY, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-afton-land-lease-community-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Hudson Bay Resort into the name of Afton Land Lease Community, LLC. The project is located in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing 4 docks with a total of 8 slips - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-147/) - At 8 AM on Tuesday, July 14: Grand Lake elevation was 745.04 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 627 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,882 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-146/) - At 10AM on Monday, July 13: Grand Lake elevation was 745.37 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,165 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,995 cfs of water - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-145/) - At 1:30 PM on Sunday, July 12: Grand Lake elevation was 745.34 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 313 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,882 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-144/) - At 1:45 PM on Saturday, July 11: Grand Lake elevation was 745.34 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 627 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,882 cfs of - [FDR almost visits the area again](https://grda.com/fdr-almost-visits-the-area-again/) - From the history files... In early July of 1938 – 88 years ago – residents living in and around the future Grand Lake region in Northeast Oklahoma were gearing up to welcome a very special presidential visit. Unfortunately, it was a visit that never came to be. The visitor was President Franklin D. Roosvelt (FDR), - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-143/) - At 12:30 PM on Thursday, July 9: Grand Lake elevation was 746.26 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,088 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,995 cfs of - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-39/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 130 feet across a cove, which measures 188 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-142/) - At noon on Tuesday, July 7: Grand Lake elevation was 747.71 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 15,928 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,334 cfs of water - [2026 July Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2026-july-board-meeting/) - The July board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda - [Duck Creek boating rules remain in place for Sunday, July 5](https://grda.com/duck-creek-boating-rules-remain-in-place-for-sunday-july-5/) - Due to the rescheduling of the Duck Creek Fireworks Show to tonight (Sunday, July 5) the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is announcing that the special Duck Creek boating rules in place for the holiday will remain in place through the weekend. Those rules are as follows: On the actual day of the Duck - [GRDA Police offer safe floating tips ahead of July 4 holiday](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-safe-floating-tips-ahead-of-july-4-holiday/) - If your July 4 holiday weekend plans include spending some time on the scenic Illinois River, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is sharing some important tips you should keep in mind. As the weather is setting up for nicely for time spent on the water and large crowds are expected, GRDA Police say - [GRDA sharing important lake condition information, special boating rules](https://grda.com/grda-sharing-important-lake-condition-information-special-boating-rules/) - Ahead of what is typically the busiest weekend on its lakes, the Grand River Dam Authority is sharing some important information for those who plan to visit Grand Lake or Lake Hudson for the July 4 holiday. On Wednesday, July 1, the GRDA Ecosystems & Watershed Management Department announced its most recent water sampling of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-141/) - At 12:15 PM on Wednesday, July 1: Grand Lake elevation was 750.08 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 6,765 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,769 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-140/) - At 8:40 AM on Wednesday, July 1: Grand Lake elevation was 750.17 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and one east gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 12,033 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-139/) - At 1:30 PM on Tuesday, June 30: Grand Lake elevation was 750.14 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and one east gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 12,314 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-138/) - At 3:30 PM on Monday, June 29: Grand Lake elevation was 749.93 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and one east gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 27,388 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Enjoy Summer 2026!](https://grda.com/enjoy-summer-2026/) - It is officially summer in Oklahoma, meaning that most of us are spending more time outdoors. And of course, here in Oklahoma, there is always plenty to do out there. Whether the activity involves visiting some of the 70,000 surface acres of water managed by the Grand River Dam Authority (Grand and Hudson lakes and - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-137/) - At 11:30 AM on Sunday, June 28: Grand Lake elevation was 749.66 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and one east gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 27,388 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-136/) - At 10 AM on Friday, June 26: Grand Lake elevation was 746.48 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and three east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 6,534 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-135/) - At 2:30 PM on Thursday, June 25: Grand Lake elevation was 746.69 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and three east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 25,022 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-134/) - At 9 AM on Wednesday, June 24: Grand Lake elevation was 747.30 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three main spillway gates and four east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 39,754 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-133/) - At 12:30 PM on Tuesday, June 23: Grand Lake elevation was 747.36 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three main spillway gates and four east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 39,754 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-132/) - At 9:30 AM on Tuesday, June 23: Grand Lake elevation was 747.33 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and two east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 24,792 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-131/) - At 9:45AM on Monday, June 22: Grand Lake elevation was 746.10 feet At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one east gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,642 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,108 cfs of water through - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-130/) - At 6:30 PM on Wednesday, June 17: Grand Lake elevation was 747.12 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 6,145 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,995 cfs of water - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-129/) - At 2:30 PM on Wednesday, June 17: Grand Lake elevation was 747.16 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 10,627 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,769 cfs of water - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-128/) - At 12:45 PM on Wednesday, June 17: Grand Lake elevation was 747.21 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and four east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 29,364 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-127/) - At 9:30 AM on Wednesday, June 17: Grand Lake elevation was 747.31 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and four east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 29,364 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-126/) - At 3:45 PM on Monday, June 15: Grand Lake elevation was 747.27 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and four east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 29,364 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-125/) - At 12:30 PM on Saturday, June 13: Grand Lake elevation was 746.81 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and four east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 29,364 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-124/) - At 2 PM on Friday, June 12: Grand Lake elevation was 747.19 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and four east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 29,364 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [GRDA Police: Safety reminders for boating on elevated lake levels](https://grda.com/grda-police-safety-reminders-for-boating-on-elevated-lake-levels-3/) - With recent heavy rains across Oklahoma and in the Grand River watersheds, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is sharing some important safety tips for those who will be visiting Grand Lake and Lake Hudson in the coming days. Although lakes are expected to return to more normal elevations soon, these are important tips - [GRDA Police announce temporary closure of Wolf Creek](https://grda.com/grda-police-announce-temporary-closure-of-wolf-creek-3/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is announcing that it will be closing portions of the Wolf Creek arm of Grand Lake, as well as the Wolf Creek boat ramp to help facilitate the 9th Annual Toes in the Grand Summer Festival and the Thunder on Wolf Creek Boat Races Thursday, June 11 through - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-123/) - At 2:40 PM on Thursday, June 11: Grand Lake elevation was 747.23 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three main spillway gates and five east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 44,790 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-122/) - At 8:30 AM on Wednesday, June 10: Grand Lake elevation was 747.78 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three main spillway gates and five east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 44,790 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-121/) - At 2:30 PM on Tuesday, June 9: Grand Lake elevation was 747.59 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and four east gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 30,884 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [2026 June Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2026-june-board-meeting/) - The June board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda - [Cool and efficient - summer energy saving tips](https://grda.com/cool-and-efficient-summer-energy-saving-tips/) - If early June temperatures are any indication of what is ahead, we may be in for a hot summer in Oklahoma. If that is the case, plenty of us will be relying on electricity to help keep our homes cool. With that in mind, the Grand River Dam Authority hopes you will consider these cooling - [GRDA opens registration for fall controlled hunts](https://grda.com/grda-opens-registration-for-fall-controlled-hunts-2/) - As it opens some of its Ottawa County property for controlled hunts again this coming fall, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that the public can soon register for those hunts online. The registration period to apply for next season’s deer, waterfowl and turkey hunts will run from June 1 through July 31, 2026. - [Electrical safety for boat operators](https://grda.com/electrical-safety-for-boat-operators/) - While the Grand River Dam Authority continues to recognize May as National Electric Safety Month, we also understand that the upcoming Memorial Day weekend is a good time to revisit boating safety. With that in mind, we wanted to pass along some electrical safety tips for boat owners and operators, from the Electric Safety Foundation - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Queens, LLC d/b/a Royal Bay Marina](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeeting-the-queens-llc-d-b-a-royal-bay-marina/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Grand Lakeside Marina into the name of The Queens, LLC d/b/a Royal Bay Marina. The project is located in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing two breakwaters and four docks with - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TOTALLY HOOKED, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeeting-totally-hooked-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM regarding the commercial application for Totally Hooked, LLC. The meeting will be held at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, 420 E Highway 28, Langley, OK 74350. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Waypoint Marina & RV Resort, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeeting-waypoint-marina-rv-resort-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Drowning Creek Marina into the name of Waypoint Marina & RV Resort, LLC. The project is in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing two docks with a total of 59 slips - [GRDA Offers Safe Boating Tips for Memorial Day Weekend](https://grda.com/grda-offers-safe-boating-tips-for-memorial-day-weekend-4/) - The countdown to Memorial Day Weekend is underway. Not only does the upcoming holiday weekend mark the traditional beginning of the summer boating season on Grand and Hudson lakes, but it is typically one of the busiest weekends on the water. As thousands of boaters and lake enthusiasts return to the lakes, the Grand River - [GRDA Police offer tips for river floaters ahead of Memorial Day Weekend](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-tips-for-river-floaters-ahead-of-memorial-day-weekend-2/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to remind those heading to the scenic Illinois River for the Memorial Day holiday of some important information that can help promote a safe time on the water. “We encourage everyone to come out and enjoy the Scenic Illinois River,” said GRDA Corporate Spokesperson Justin Alberty. “But - [Safety tips for pools and spas](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-pools-and-spas/) - Each year, the Electric Safety Foundation International (esfi.org) recognizes May as National Electric Safety Month and uses the opportunity to promote safe electricity practices nationwide. The Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join in this effort by also sharing important electric safety tips and reminders in this space. This week, the focus is on - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CWI Properties, LLC and Mooney’s Sunset Bar & Grill, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-cwi-properties-llc-and-mooneys-sunset-bar-grill-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Mooney’s Sunset Bar and Grill, LLC into the name of CWI Properties, LLC and Mooney’s Sunset Bar and Grill, LLC. The project is in Mayes County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing courtesy - [2026 May Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2026-may-board-meeting/) - The May board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda - [GRDA investigating large number of dead fish on Hudson](https://grda.com/grda-investigating-large-number-of-dead-fish-on-hudson/) - Last week, a large number of dead fish, primarily catfish, on Lake Hudson was likely caused by a combination of spawning activity and recent floodgate operations at Pensacola Dam. These conclusions come from the Grand River Dam Authority’s (GRDA) Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department, which began investigating after reports were received earlier in the week. - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-120/) - At noon on Friday, May 1: Grand Lake elevation was 744.77 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 314 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of water - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-119/) - At noon on Thursday, April 30: Grand Lake elevation was 745.02 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 628 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of water - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-118/) - At 8:45 AM on Tuesday, April 28: Grand Lake elevation was 745.66 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 16,834 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-117/) - At 7:30 AM on Thursday, April 23: Grand Lake elevation was 744.99 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 313 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,447 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-116/) - At 3:30 PM on Wednesday, April 22: Grand Lake elevation was 745.16 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 637 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,673 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-115/) - At 12:30 PM on Wednesday, April 22: Grand Lake elevation was 745.21 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 1,295 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-114/) - At 9 AM on Wednesday, April 22: Grand Lake elevation was 745.31 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 8,092 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-113/) - At 1:45 PM on Tuesday, April 21: Grand Lake elevation was 746.16 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 26,400 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,334 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-112/) - At 7:50 PM on Monday, April 20: Grand Lake elevation was 746.67 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 36,600 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-111/) - At 4:20 PM on Monday, April 20: Grand Lake elevation was 746.70 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 36,600 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-110/) - At 11:15 AM on Sunday, April 19: Grand Lake elevation was 746.37 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 25,900 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-109/) - At 12:30 PM on Saturday, April 18: Grand Lake elevation was 745.41 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 12,841 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,882 cfs of - [GRDA Recognized for Electric Reliability](https://grda.com/grda-recognized-for-electric-reliability/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is receiving national recognition for its exceptional electric reliability. That recognition comes from the American Public Power Association (APPA), a trade group that represents more than 2,000 not-for-profit, community-owned electric utilities. On March 31, APPA announced that GRDA was among the nation’s publicly owned electric utilities being recognized, based on - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING DRIPPING SPRINGS MARINA & RESORT, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-dripping-springs-marina-resort-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Dripping Springs Yacht Club into the name of Dripping Springs Marina & Resort, LLC. The project is located in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing nine docks with a total of - [2026 April Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2026-april-board-meeting/) - The April board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda - [GRDA and the benefits of hydroelectricity](https://grda.com/grda-and-the-benefits-of-hydroelectricity/) - Since its beginning in 1935, the Grand River Dam Authority has been in the hydroelectricity business. After all, Pensacola Dam – Oklahoma’s first hydroelectric facility — was built to harness the waters of the Grand River, and the river has produced a lot of megawatts of electricity for the state of Oklahoma in 80-plus years. - [Electrical safety and spring cleaning](https://grda.com/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](https://grda.com/saving-daylight-and-saving-energy-4/) - 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, - [2026 March Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2026-march-board-meeting/) - The March board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda - [GRDA recognized for “excellence in financial reporting”](https://grda.com/grda-recognized-for-excellence-in-financial-reporting/) - Over the last two decades, the Grand River Dam Authority has established a tradition of excellence in its financial reporting efforts. In early March, it learned that tradition continues on. On March 4, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recognized GRDA with a “Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.” It marked the 24th straight - [Stay safe, stay clear of downed power lines](https://grda.com/stay-safe-stay-clear-of-downed-power-lines-2/) - 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](https://grda.com/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 - [2026 January Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2026-january-board-meeting/) - The January board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 14th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [Electric cord safety tips](https://grda.com/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 - [2026 February Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2026-february-board-meeting/) - The February board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING FUEN ENTERPRISES, LLC D/B/A LEE’S RESORT OF GRAND LAKE](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-fuen-enterprises-llc-d-b-a-lees-resort-of-grand-lake/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Lee’s Grand Lake Resort into the name of Fuen Enterprises, LLC d/b/a Lee’s Resort of Grand Lake. The project is located in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing two docks with - [GRDA’s Salina Pumped Storage Project …](https://grda.com/grdas-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” - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Windmill Run Marina](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-windmill-run-marina/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to modify the breakwater for Windmill Run Marina located in Delaware County. The applicant plans to add 48’ to the existing 120’ breakwater. A public meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, located - [GRDA’s Eagle Pass](https://grda.com/grdas-eagle-pass-2/) - 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 - [2025 December Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-december-board-meeting/) - The December board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [Special Board Meeting October 9-10, 2025](https://grda.com/special-board-meeting-october-9-10-2025/) - A Special meeting has been scheduled for Thursday and Friday, October 9-10, 2025, at the location listed below beginning at 9:00 a.m. The Lively Hotel on OAK 5101 N Pennsylvania Ave Oklahoma City, OK 73112 Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [GRDA once again establishes eagle nest buffer zone below Pensacola Dam](https://grda.com/grda-once-again-establishes-eagle-nest-buffer-zone-below-pensacola-dam-2/) - 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 - [Cold weather boating? Keeps these tips in mind](https://grda.com/cold-weather-boating-keeps-these-tips-in-mind-2/) - 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 - [2025 November Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-november-board-meeting/) - The November board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2025 October Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-october-board-meeting/) - The October board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives 2325 E I-44 Service Rd Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [Special Board Meeting September 29, 2025](https://grda.com/special-board-meeting-september-29-2025/) - A Special meeting has been scheduled for Monday , Sep 29, 2025 09:00 AM at GRDA Engineering & Technology Center 9933 E 16th Street Tulsa, OK 74128. A secondary meeting location is scheduled for Monday , Sep 29, 2025 09:00 AM at Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives 2325 E I-44 Service Rd Oklahoma City, OK - [2025 September Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-september-board-meeting/) - The September board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [Safety tips for electric blankets, heating pads](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-electric-blankets-heating-pads-4/) - 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](https://grda.com/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 - [The best decorations are safe decorations …](https://grda.com/the-best-decorations-are-safe-decorations/) - Holiday decorations can make for a festive atmosphere in your home, but often, they also require extra extension cords and extra attention to make sure things stay safe. While GRDA has already shared some seasonal decorating tips, there are still others that can help ensure a safe holiday season. This week, we pass along a - [NPPD, OPPD, LES and GRDA Launch Joint Effort to Explore Advanced Nuclear Energy](https://grda.com/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 - [Efficient and safe holiday lighting](https://grda.com/efficient-and-safe-holiday-lighting/) - It’s that time of year again. Time for many of us to decorate our houses with colorful lights to help illuminate the holiday season. However, for many, that also means a little bit of extra electricity usage in the coming weeks. If that is the case in your household, the Grand River Dam Authority hopes - [Kitchen safety tips for the holiday season](https://grda.com/kitchen-safety-tips-for-the-holiday-season-2/) - With a couple of days until Thanksgiving 2025’s arrival, many are already planning for the big feast. Of course, that will likely mean extra time in the kitchen, as many are working to prepare the turkey and all the trimmings. If plenty of meal prep and cooking is in your near future, you may want - [Tulsa’s Stava joins GRDA Board of Directors](https://grda.com/tulsas-stava-joins-grda-board-of-directors/) - Jeff Stava (Tulsa), a chief program officer with the George Kaiser Family Foundation (GKFF), has been appointed to the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) Board of Directors by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt. Stava replaces outgoing GRDA Director Michael Westbrock (Tulsa). Stava holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in operations management from Baylor University. At GKFF, - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-38/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 94 feet across a cove, which measures 248 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-37/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 140 feet across a cove, which measures 255 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING SSS 20, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-sss-20-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM regarding the commercial application for SSS 20, LLC. The meeting will be held at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, 420 E Highway 28, Langley, OK 74350. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments - [Powering Oklahoma for 85 years](https://grda.com/powering-oklahoma-for-85-years/) - The year 2025 brings another special milestone in the history of the Grand River Dam Authority’s Pensacola Dam. This year, the dam marks 85 years of service to Oklahoma. As the state’s first hydroelectric facility, the dam has been producing renewable electric power for GRDA customers since its 1940 completion. The dam is located in - [GRDA announces temporary drawdown of Holway Reservoir](https://grda.com/grda-announces-temporary-drawdown-of-holway-reservoir-4/) - 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 - [Celebrating Public Power Week 2025](https://grda.com/celebrating-public-power-week-2025/) - 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 own - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-36/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 122 feet across a cove, which measures 214 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Stay safe, no matter the season](https://grda.com/stay-safe-no-matter-the-season/) - It may be a little bit early to think about parking the lawnmower for the remainder of the year, but there has been a touch of fall in the air in recent weeks and soon enough, the calendar will make it official. As one season gives way to the next, it is always appropriate to - [2025 April Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-april-board-meeting/) - The April board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2025 January Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-january-board-meeting/) - The January board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2025 February Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-february-board-meeting/) - The February board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2025 March Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-march-board-meeting/) - The March board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2025 May Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-may-board-meeting/) - The May board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 21st at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2025 June Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-june-board-meeting/) - The June board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 18th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2025 July Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-july-board-meeting/) - The July board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2025 August Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2025-august-board-meeting/) - The August board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center Langley, Oklahoma. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [In recognition of Labor Day … This Is Man’s Deed](https://grda.com/in-recognition-of-labor-day-this-is-mans-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](https://grda.com/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](https://grda.com/team-grdas-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](https://grda.com/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](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-108/) - 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](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-107/) - 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](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-106/) - 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](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-105/) - 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](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-104/) - 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](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-103/) - 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 - [GRDA Police share boating rules in place for Grand Lake’s Duck Creek](https://grda.com/grda-police-share-boating-rules-in-place-for-grand-lakes-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](https://grda.com/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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-102/) - At 8:45 AM on Wednesday, July 2: Grand Lake elevation was 752.12 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and three east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 30,408 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-101/) - At 9AM on Tuesday, July 1: Grand Lake elevation was 752.42 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 17,232 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of water - [Summer greetings from GRDA](https://grda.com/summer-greetings-from-grda/) - 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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-100/) - At 10:45 AM on Thursday, June 26: Grand Lake elevation was 750.88 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 314 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-99/) - At 8:30 AM on Wednesday, June 25: Grand Lake elevation was 750.99 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and one east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 1,558 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Pensacola Dam Tours](https://grda.com/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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-98/) - At noon on Monday, June 23: Grand Lake elevation was 751.52 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and one east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 5,723 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, - [All advisories for both the Illinois River and Lake Hudson have been removed](https://grda.com/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](https://grda.com/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](https://grda.com/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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-97/) - At 12:15 PM on Friday, June 20: Grand Lake elevation was 752.78 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and one east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 20,856 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [GRDA opens registration for fall controlled hunts](https://grda.com/grda-opens-registration-for-fall-controlled-hunts/) - As it opens some of its Ottawa County property for controlled hunts this coming fall, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that the public can now register for those hunts online. The registration period to apply for next season’s deer, waterfowl and turkey hunts will run from June 1 through July 31. Starting June - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-96/) - At 12:45 PM on Monday, June 16: Grand Lake elevation was 750.37 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and one east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 4,977 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Staying cool, saving energy](https://grda.com/staying-cool-saving-energy-2/) - Rain has certainly been an issue for several weeks now, but with 90-degree temperatures in the forecast for the days ahead, many air conditioners and fans will soon be working extra hard. If that is the case in your household, the Grand River Dam Authority hopes you will consider these cooling and energy saving tips, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-95/) - At 3 PM on Friday, June 13: Grand Lake elevation was 749.85 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and three east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 13,667 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-94/) - At 1:45 PM on Wednesday, June 11: Grand Lake elevation was 750.36 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and three east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 13,667 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-93/) - At 10:45 AM on Wednesday, June 11: Grand Lake elevation was 750.36 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and three east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 13,667 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-92/) - At 8:45 AM on Wednesday, June 11: Grand Lake elevation was 750.36 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and four east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 29,768 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-91/) - At 3:45 PM on Monday, June 9: Grand Lake elevation was 751.73 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two main spillway gates and four east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 48,456 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-90/) - At 12:15 PM on Sunday, June 8: Grand Lake elevation was 750.39 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and three east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 25,450 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-89/) - At 3:40 PM on Saturday, June 7: Grand Lake elevation was 748.08 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one main spillway gate and three east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 6,716 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-88/) - At 3:35 PM on Thursday, June 5: Grand Lake elevation was 746.43 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three main spillway gates and five east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 35,001 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Four units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-87/) - At 2:45 PM on Wednesday, June 4: Grand Lake elevation was 746.00 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three main spillway gates and five east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 35,001 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Four units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-86/) - At 11:45 AM on Wednesday, June 4: Grand Lake elevation was 745.90 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates and (1) one east spillway gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 17,800 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Four (4) units were online at - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-85/) - At 10:30 AM on Tuesday, June 3: Grand Lake elevation was 745.30 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate and (1) one east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 2,169 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Four (4) units were online at - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-84/) - At 9:30 AM on Monday, June 2: Grand Lake elevation was 745.95 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate and (3) three east spill gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 14,047 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [GRDA Update: E. Coli advisories dropped for Grand, Hudson and parts of Illinois River](https://grda.com/grda-update-e-coli-advisories-dropped-for-grand-hudson-and-parts-of-illinois-river/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department is announcing that E. Coli advisories have been removed from both Grand Lake and Lake Hudson. Advisories have also been removed from parts of the Illinois River. Testing conducted in the department’s lab on Friday, May 30, revealed that water conditions have returned to normal - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-83/) - At 2 PM on Monday, May 26: Grand Lake elevation was 743.97 feet. One (1) main spillway was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 280 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,769 cfs of water through generation. Releases through floodgates and generation totaled 13,049 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-82/) - At 2:10 PM on Sunday, May 25: Grand Lake elevation was 743.59 feet. One (1) main spillway was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 535 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,769 cfs of water through generation. Releases through floodgates and generation totaled 13,304 - [GRDA Issuing E. coli advisory for areas of Grand, Hudson lakes and Illinois River](https://grda.com/grda-issuing-e-coli-advisory-for-areas-of-grand-hudson-lakes-and-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, May 23, water samples collected from the following lake and Illinois River areas confirmed the presence of high levels of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-81/) - At 6:30 PM on Friday, May 23: Grand Lake elevation was 744.16 feet. One (1) main spillway was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,134 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,242 cfs of water through generation. Releases through floodgates and generation totaled 19,376 - [GRDA Police shares information, safety tips about carbon monoxide and “station wagon” effect](https://grda.com/grda-police-shares-information-safety-tips-about-carbon-monoxide-and-station-wagon-effect/) - With Memorial Day Weekend and the summer boating season rapidly approaching, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is once again sharing information about carbon monoxide (CO), the “station wagon” effect and the possible dangers it can present to boaters. The station wagon effect can occur when fumes from a boat’s exhaust travel back into - [GRDA Police offer safe boating, floating reminders ahead of Memorial Day Weekend](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-safe-boating-floating-reminders-ahead-of-memorial-day-weekend/) - Looking forward to Memorial Day Weekend and the busy summer boating and floating season on the water? If so, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to remind you of some important information that can help promote a safe time on the water. “We know thousands of people are planning to visit our waters - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING GREEN BRIER RESORT POA](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-green-brier-resort-poa/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 9:30 AM regarding the commercial application for Green Brier Resort POA. The meeting will be held at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, 420 E Highway 28, Langley, OK 74350. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public - [](https://grda.com/617643-2/) - At 2:10 PM on Thursday, May 8: Grand Lake elevation was 744.14 feet. No floodgates were open at Pensacola Dam. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,334 cfs of water through generation. Inflows into Grand Lake totaled 7,347 cfs. Lake Hudson elevation was 623.44 feet. No floodgates were open at - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-80/) - At 1:45 PM on Wednesday, May 7: Grand Lake elevation was 744.34 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 152 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,108 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-79/) - At 9:45 AM on Wednesday, May 7: Grand Lake elevation was 744.41 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 310 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,221 - [Grand River Energy Center](https://grda.com/grand-river-energy-center/) - [GRDA Police: Safety reminders for boating on elevated lake levels](https://grda.com/grda-police-safety-reminders-for-boating-on-elevated-lake-levels-2/) - With recent heavy rains across Oklahoma and in the Grand River watersheds, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is sharing some important safety tips for those who will be visiting Grand Lake and Lake Hudson in the coming days. Although lakes are expected to return to more normal elevations soon, these are important tips - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-78/) - At 12:30 PM on Tuesday, May 6: Grand Lake elevation was 744.63 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 644 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-77/) - At 10:20 AM on Monday, May 5: Grand Lake elevation was 745.29 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway and seven (7) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 11,430 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-76/) - At 1:40 PM on Sunday, May 4: Grand Lake elevation was 746.41 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, seven (7) floodgates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 28,574 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,221 cfs of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-75/) - At 6PM on Friday, May 2: Grand Lake elevation was 748.16 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, seven (7) gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 28,574 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,221 cfs of water through - [Owasso’s Fuller joins GRDA Board](https://grda.com/owassos-fuller-joins-grda-board/) - Nicki Fuller (Owasso), general manager and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives (OAEC), has joined the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) Board of Directors. Fuller replaces outgoing Director Chris Meyers (Edmond) as the board’s electric cooperative representative. Fuller has served as OAEC GM/CEO since April 1st, following Meyers, who retired - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-74/) - At 6:20 PM on Thursday, May 1: Grand Lake elevation was 747.79 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway and five (5) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 28,574 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-73/) - At 4PM on Wednesday, April 30: Grand Lake elevation was 746.57 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway and five (5) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 28,574 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing - [GRDA recognizes outgoing board director](https://grda.com/grda-recognizes-outgoing-board-director/) - Chris Meyers, a 15-year member of the Grand River Dam Authority Board of Directors, was recognized by GRDA for his years of service during the board’s April 9 meeting in Chouteau. Meyers concluded his term on the board in March, when he retired from his position as the general manager of the Oklahoma Association of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-72/) - At 9:45 AM on Wednesday, April 30: Grand Lake elevation was 745.75 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 13,600 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-71/) - At 10:45 AM on Tuesday, April 29: Grand Lake elevation was 744.69 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 166 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,673 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-70/) - At 10:50 AM on Monday, April 28: Grand Lake elevation was 744.97 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway and one (1) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 1,620 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-69/) - At 1 PM on Sunday, April 27: Grand Lake elevation was 745.21 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway and one (1) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 1,919 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-68/) - At 2 PM on Friday, April 25: Grand Lake elevation was 746.67 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 15,832 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-67/) - At 1 PM on Friday, April 25: Grand Lake elevation was 746.82 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 32,634 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-66/) - At 10:45 AM on Thursday, April 24: Grand Lake elevation was 748.63 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 50,448 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-65/) - At 9:50 AM on Wednesday, April 23: Grand Lake elevation was 749.07 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 52,296 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-64/) - At 3:20 PM on Tuesday, April 22: Grand Lake elevation was 748.81 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 50,922 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-63/) - At 1PM on Tuesday, April 22: Grand Lake elevation was 748.75 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates and 2 east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 50,992 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-62/) - At 10 AM on Tuesday, April 22: Grand Lake elevation was 748.57 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates and one (1) east spillway gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 36,197 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-61/) - At 9:45 AM on Monday, April 21: Grand Lake elevation was 746.08 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 17,818 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,583 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-60/) - At 1:30 PM on Monday, April 14: Grand Lake elevation was 743.84 feet. No floodgates were open at Pensacola Dam. Two (2) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 4,068 cfs of water through generation. Inflows into Grand Lake totaled 3,415 cfs. Lake Hudson elevation was 632.20 feet. Two (2) floodgates were open - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-35/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 120 feet across a cove, which measures 134.4 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Update on Lake Hudson elevations](https://grda.com/update-on-lake-hudson-elevations/) - Following heavy rains in both the Arkansas River and Grand River Watersheds in recent days, the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is again reminding the public that lake elevations on both Grand and Hudson lakes are above normal. Lake Hudson is expected to crest at an elevation of 633 feet later this week. It will - [GRDA notifying public of potential for elevated lake levels at Grand, Hudson](https://grda.com/grda-notifying-public-of-potential-for-elevated-lake-levels-at-grand-hudson/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is monitoring the potential for elevated lake levels at Grand Lake and Lake Hudson in response to National Weather Service forecasts predicting heavy rainfall in the Arkansas River System over the next several days. Grand Lake and Lake Hudson are part of the Greater Arkansas River flood control system. - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING DENNIS RAY SPYRES AND LORI SPYRES AND THE POINT AT GRAND LAKE MARINA, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-dennis-ray-spyres-and-lori-spyres-and-the-point-at-grand-lake-marina-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Marina at Grand Point into the name of Dennis Ray Spyres and Lori Spyres and The Point at Grand Lake Marina, LLC. The project is located in Mayes County, Oklahoma. The applicant plans to remove four existing - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-59/) - At 9:15 AM on Friday, March 14: Grand Lake elevation was 744.02 feet. No floodgates were open at Pensacola Dam. Three (3) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 6,554 cfs of water through generation. Inflows into Grand Lake totaled 2,646 cfs. Lake Hudson elevation was 629.33 feet. No floodgates were open at - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-58/) - At 9 AM on Thursday, March 13: Grand Lake elevation was 744.16 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 285 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Three (3) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 6,667 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-57/) - At 8:45 AM on Wednesday, March 12: Grand Lake elevation was 744.38 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 585 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Three (3) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 6,780 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-56/) - At 12:30 PM on Tuesday, March 11: Grand Lake elevation was 744.74 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 6,109 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Three (3) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 6,780 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-55/) - At 10:15 AM on Friday, March 7: Grand Lake elevation was 745.42 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 8,176 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Three (3) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 6,780 - [GRDA to temporarily raise level of Lake Hudson](https://grda.com/grda-to-temporarily-raise-level-of-lake-hudson/) - For three-day observation period …. In order to monitor improvements made to the Robert S. Kerr Dam spillway in 2024, the Grand River Dam Authority is making the public aware of a planned exercise to temporarily raise the elevation of Lake Hudson. The plan calls for the lake to be brought to an elevation of - [2024 December Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-december-board-meeting/) - The December board meeting will be held on Friday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-34/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 104 feet across a cove, which measures 127.4 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [GRDA’s Rush for Brush coming in Fall 2025](https://grda.com/grdas-rush-for-brush-coming-in-fall-2025/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that its award-winning Rush for Brush workshops, typically held in spring, will take place in the fall this year. Facilitated by the GRDA Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department, the workshop is moving to the fall in order to ensure that enough materials are available for all participants. - [Space Heater Safety](https://grda.com/space-heater-safety-2/) - While Oklahoma winters can move the temperatures up and down the thermometer from one day to the next, many people find that using space heaters is a quick, convenient way to hold off the chill when necessary. However, space heaters, when not used properly, can pose both a fire and electric shock hazard. Safety should - [GRDA to begin Salina Pumped Storage modernization work](https://grda.com/grda-to-begin-salina-pumped-storage-modernization-work/) - After more than half a century of service, two of the hydroelectric pump-turbine units at the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) Salina Pumped Storage Project (SPSP) are scheduled for upgrades and modernization. Research associated with that work may also benefit other pumped storage projects across the United States. In October 2024, GRDA finalized an agreement - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-33/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 154 feet across a cove, which measures 160 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Pryor’s Crisp joins GRDA Board](https://grda.com/pryors-crisp-joins-grda-board/) - Pryor’s Jared Crisp, general manager of the Pryor Municipal Utility Board (MUB) has joined the Grand River Dam Authority Board of Directors as the representative for the Municipal Electric Systems of Oklahoma (MESO). He officially joined the board at its February 12 meeting in Chouteau and replaces outgoing board member Dwayne Elam. Crisp was named - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-32/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 298 feet across a cove, which measures 130.9 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [GRDA’s 2024 in review: Part 3](https://grda.com/grdas-2024-in-review-part-3/) - We continue our look back on the Grand River Dam Authority’s 2024 with a review of July, August, and September, which are typically the busiest months on GRDA’s waters. July is a busy month for GRDA’s Vegetation Management and Excavation Crews, and 2024 was no different. Both crews spent part of the month building a - [GRDA’s 2024 in review: Part 2](https://grda.com/grdas-2024-in-review-part-2/) - The second quarter of 2024 proved to be a very busy time for the Grand River Dam Authority, as spring arrived in Oklahoma, and exciting new projects got underway. This week, we continue our look back on GRDA’s 2024 with highlights from April, May, and June. As is often the case, springtime brought storm season - [GRDA’s 2024 in Review: Part 1](https://grda.com/grdas-2024-in-review-part-1/) - As the Grand River Dam Authority enters 2025, it anticipates a year of opportunity and milestones. Whether it be a major construction project, like the ongoing work on the new Unit 4, or another Team GRDA initiative, GRDA will mark these moments as it continues to meet its mission for Oklahoma. However, before we move - [Bald Eagles back on the nest; GRDA eagle nest buffer zone below Pensacola Dam in effect](https://grda.com/bald-eagles-back-on-the-nest-grda-eagle-nest-buffer-zone-below-pensacola-dam-in-effect/) - Langley - Pensacola Dam’s resident bald eagle pair is active again in 2025. Their nest, located in an area below the Pensacola Dam’s main spillway, has again prompted the Grand River Dam Authority to close access to the area surrounding that nest as it has done in previous years. “This has been a productive location - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND WAIVER REQUEST ST. JAMES CLUB](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-and-waiver-request-st-james-club/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM regarding the commercial application for St. James Club. The meeting will be held at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, 420 E Highway 28, Langley, OK 74350. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments - [Space heater safety reminders](https://grda.com/space-heater-safety-reminders/) - The weather may be a bit mild lately, but now that winter has officially arrived in Oklahoma, we can expect some colder days and nights ahead. If you are planning to use a space heater to knock off some of the chill, the Grand River Dam Authority wants to pass along the following safety tips - [2024 November Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-november-board-meeting/) - The November board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [12 Days of Holiday Safety](https://grda.com/12-days-of-holiday-safety/) - You know about the 12 days of Christmas, but what about 12 days of holiday safety? This week, your friends at the Grand River Dam Authority are passing along some important safety tips from the Electric Safety Foundation International (esfi.org). These tips can help promote safety around your homes when they are decorated for the - [Saving energy while celebrating the holidays](https://grda.com/saving-energy-while-celebrating-the-holidays-2/) - The holiday season is in full swing, which means glittering, glowing holiday lights are visible all across the area. Of course, along with more lights comes more electricity usage. However, even with the extra lights and other holiday-related activities requiring more energy use (like baking), it’s still possible to conserve some electricity. Here are some - [Special Board Meeting October 10-11, 2024](https://grda.com/special-board-meeting-october-10-11-2024/) - The Special board meeting will be held on October 10-11 at the Colcord Hotel at 15 North Robison Avenue Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Meeting Agenda Approved Minutes - [2024 October Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-october-board-meeting/) - The October board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives in Oklahoma City, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING AND WAIVER REQUEST COLONIAL CENTER, LP D/B/A GRAND LAKE TOWNE](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-and-waiver-request-colonial-center-lp-d-b-a-grand-lake-towne/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to modify the existing permit for Colonial Center, LP d/b/a Grand Lake Towne. The project is located in Mayes County, Oklahoma. The applicant proposes to replace 13 of the existing 10’ x 23’ boat slips with 13 new 11’ X 23’ slips. The - [Kitchen safety tips for the holiday season](https://grda.com/kitchen-safety-tips-for-the-holiday-season/) - Ready or not, the holiday season is upon us. Of course, that will mean extra time in the kitchen, as many are working to prepare the turkey and all the trimmings. If plenty of meal prep and cooking is in your near future, here are some important kitchen tips to keep in mind. The Grand - [2024 September Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-september-board-meeting/) - The September board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2024 August Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-august-board-meeting/) - The August board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 14th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center Langley, Oklahoma. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-31/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 101.7 feet across a cove, which measures 219.6 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [GRDA announces temporary drawdown of Holway Reservoir](https://grda.com/grda-announces-temporary-drawdown-of-holway-reservoir-3/) - In order to complete a maintenance project at its Salina Pumped Storage Project, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that an extended drawdown of the W.R. Holway Reservoir is underway. GRDA plans to lower the reservoir 43 feet below its normal maximum level to complete the project over the winter months. The drawdown should - [Notice of Public Meeting](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-el-cabo/) - EL CABO HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC AND EL CABO COMMUNITY DOCK, LLC The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application from El Cabo Homeowners’ Association, Inc and El Cabo Community Dock, LLC to add 4 boat slips and 16 PWC slips to the existing 10 slip dock. The project is located in - [GRDA participates in a different kind of rodeo](https://grda.com/grda-participates-in-a-different-kind-of-rodeo/) - The Oklahoma men and women who maintain the power lines for our state’s publicly owned electric utilities came together in Stillwater in September for a day of competition and comradery. Most importantly, they came together for the sake of safety and cooperation. The event was the 2024 Municipal Electric Systems of Oklahoma (MESO) Lineworkers' Rodeo, - [GRDA crews responding to Hurricane Helene](https://grda.com/grda-crews-responding-to-hurricane-helene/) - While Hurricane Helene moved closer to the Florida coast on Wednesday morning (September 25), crews from the Grand River Dam Authority were on the way to provide mutual aid and emergency response support. As part of the American Public Power Association (APPA) nationwide mutual aid program, GRDA sent a crew of 20 employees to South - [Electric safety tips for the changing seasons](https://grda.com/electric-safety-tips-for-the-changing-seasons/) - It may be a little bit early to think about parking the lawnmower for the remainder of the year, but there has been a touch of fall in the air in recent weeks and soon enough, the calendar will make it official. As one season gives way to the next, it is always appropriate to - [Notice of Public Meeting](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-warren-investments/) - NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING WARREN INVESTMENTS, LLC D/B/A MORROW’S DRIVE BOAT SLIPS The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Monday, September 30, 2024 at 10:00 AM regarding the commercial application for Warren Investments, LLC d/b/a Morrow’s Drive Boat Slips. The meeting will be held at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, - [GRDA Police continue to stress boating, floating safety](https://grda.com/grda-police-continue-to-stress-boating-floating-safety/) - As it looks back on an especially challenging summer of 2024, filled with multiple fatality accidents on the water, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department continues to stress and reinforce its boating and water safety message. Since May, the department has responded to nine incidents that resulted in the loss of life on the - [It all adds up to meet the mission](https://grda.com/it-all-adds-up-to-meet-the-mission/) - With schools back in session and students all across the region once again studying reading, writing and arithmetic, we thought it would be a suitable time to write about a few numbers of our own. As you read them, we do hope you can see how the many facets of the Grand River Dam Authority - [2024 June Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-june-board-meeting/) - The June board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 5th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2024 May Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-may-board-meeting/) - The May board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2024 July Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-july-board-meeting/) - The July board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [Ready to Respond](https://grda.com/ready-to-respond-2/) - Sometimes it happens because of the weather, sometimes it happens because of an animal, sometimes it happens because of an accident and sometimes it may happen because of an equipment failure for other reasons. The point is electrical outages can occur for a number of reasons. That is why it is so important for utilities - [Electric safety for the new semester](https://grda.com/electric-safety-for-the-new-semester/) - Many area students return to the classroom this week or in the coming week. As that happens, families across Oklahoma are also moving back into their “school” routines and bidding goodbye to summer days. However, before we all get too settled into our new schedules, it’s a great time to revisit some important electric safety - [Important contributors in the summertime](https://grda.com/important-contributors-in-the-summertime/) - Every summer, the Grand River Dam Authority’s facilities become the backdrop for valuable work experience as summer employees temporarily join the workforce to supply an important helping hand. They arrive from several different backgrounds, with several different career goals and spend their summer days doing several different types of jobs. Some are familiar faces, some - [2024 March Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-march-board-meeting/) - The March board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2024 April Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-april-board-meeting/) - The April board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2024 February Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-february-board-meeting/) - The February board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 14th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2024 January Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2024-january-board-meeting/) - The January board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 December Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-december-board-meeting/) - The December board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 November Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-november-board-meeting/) - The November board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 October Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-october-board-meeting/) - The October board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 September Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-september-board-meeting/) - The September board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 August Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-august-board-meeting/) - The August board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center Langley, Oklahoma. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 July Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-july-board-meeting/) - The July board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 June Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-june-board-meeting/) - The June board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 14th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 May Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-may-board-meeting/) - The May board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 April Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-april-board-meeting/) - The April board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND WAIVER REQUEST HOCO PROPERTIES D/B/A MONKEY ISLAND MARINA](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-and-waiver-request-hoco-properties-d-b-a-monkey-island-marina/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Old Glory Marina into the name of HOCO Properties d/b/a Monkey Island Marina. The project is located in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing five docks with a total of 41 - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND WAIVER REQUEST GRAND LAKE O’ THE CHEROKEES RV RESORT, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-and-waiver-request-grand-lake-o-the-cherokees-rv-resort-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Cedar Oaks RV Resort into the name of Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees RV Resort, LLC. The project is located in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing dock with 10 slips - [GRDA Police encouraging safe outings on the lakes and river during July 4 holiday](https://grda.com/grda-police-encouraging-safe-outings-on-the-lakes-and-river-during-july-4-holiday/) - Whether your holiday weekend plans take you to the waters of Grand Lake, Lake Hudson or the Scenic Illinois River, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is encouraging you to boat safe, smart, and sober. The Independence Day holiday is typically one of the busiest times on the lakes and river and 2024 should - [GRDA Police Offering Free Boater Safety Courses](https://grda.com/grda-police-offering-free-boater-safety-courses/) - With the busy boating season fast approaching, many lake enthusiasts are already planning their outings on the waters of Grand and Hudson lakes. However, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reminding boaters, especially young boaters, of the need to take a boater safety education course. In fact, it is the law. In 2007, - [GRDA Police offering free boater safety courses](https://grda.com/grda-police-offering-free-boater-safety-courses-2/) - To help prepare both new and experienced boat operators for upcoming summer days on the water, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is once again offering free boater safety courses on select Saturdays, March through June. GRDA has seven course dates available for those who need to complete boating certification, as well as those - [2023 GRDA Safe Boating Courses](https://grda.com/2023-grda-safe-boating-courses/) - It may be the midst of winter but with the promise of spring and summer weather coming in just a few months, it is a good time to begin preparations for warm days spent on the boat, enjoying Grand Lake and Lake Hudson. As you make those preparations, be sure to keep boating safety a - [Tips to keep you cool, efficiently](https://grda.com/tips-to-keep-you-cool-efficiently/) - 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 across the area, many air conditioners and fans will be putting in extra hours. If that is the case in your household, the Grand River Dam - [Wear your life jacket this summer!](https://grda.com/wear-your-life-jacket-this-summer/) - With over 70,000 surface acres of lake waters across Grand and Hudson, along with the W.R. Holway Reservoir and the scenic Illinois River under its control, the Grand River Dam Authority’s commitment to stewardship of Oklahoma’s natural resources and popular recreation areas is broad. Whether you are sailing on the wide-open waters of Grand Lake, - [GRDA opens up property for controlled hunts in the fall](https://grda.com/grda-opens-up-property-for-controlled-hunts-in-the-fall-2/) - As it opens some of its Ottawa County property for controlled hunts this coming fall, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that the public can now register for those hunts online. The registration period to apply for next season’s deer, waterfowl and turkey hunts will run from June 1 through July 31. Starting June - [GRDA Police offer floating tips for Memorial Day weekend](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-floating-tips-for-memorial-day-weekend/) - “We encourage everyone to come out and enjoy the beautiful natural resources we have here in Northeast Oklahoma,” said GRDA’s Justin Alberty. “But as you do so, please remember that enjoyable outings on the water always start with floating smart, safe and sober.” GRDA Police are sharing the following “Do’s and Don’ts” to keep in - [GRDA Offers Safe Boating Tips for Memorial Day Weekend](https://grda.com/grda-offers-safe-boating-tips-for-memorial-day-weekend-3/) - The countdown to Memorial Day Weekend is underway. Not only does the upcoming holiday weekend mark the traditional beginning of the summer boating season on Grand and Hudson, but it will also be one of the busiest weekends on the lakes. As thousands of boaters and lake enthusiasts return to the waters, the Grand River - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-30/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 110 feet across a cove, which measures 94.05 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-29/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 130 feet across a cove, which measures 167 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-54/) - At 11 AM on Wednesday, May 15: Grand Lake elevation was 745.03 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 314 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,882 - [Notice of Public Hearing Derik and Sharon Smith](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-derik-and-sharon-smith/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for Oney’s Resort into the name of Derik and Sharon Smith. Theproject is located in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing two docks with a total of 5 slips that are located - [PUBLIC NOTICE OF EVENT ATTENDANCE OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS 05-16-24](https://grda.com/public-notice-of-event-attendance-of-board-of-directors-05-16-24/) - Notice is hereby given that three or more members of the Board of Directors of the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) may gather to attend the Grand River Energy Center Unit No. 4 Groundbreaking Event and Lunch on Thursday, May 16, 2024, 3:00 p.m. This event will be held at the Authority’s Grand River Energy - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-53/) - At 11 AM on Tuesday, May 14: Grand Lake elevation was 745.07 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 631 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,221 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-52/) - At 10 AM on Sunday, May 12: Grand Lake elevation was 745.76 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 8,467 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-51/) - At 1 PM on Saturday, May 11: Grand Lake elevation was 746.36 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 18,100 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,447 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-50/) - At 10 AM on Saturday, May 11:Grand Lake elevation was 746.49 feet.At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 18,100 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water.Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,447 cfs of water - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-49/) - At noon on Wednesday, May 8: Grand Lake elevation was 748.23 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 32,019 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-114/) - At 2:30 PM on Tuesday, May 7: Grand Lake elevation was 747.48 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 9,980 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-47/) - At 11 AM on Saturday, May 4:Grand Lake elevation was 746.45 feet.At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 18,084 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water.Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,447 cfs of water - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-48/) - At 2 PM on Saturday, May 4: Grand Lake elevation was 746.51 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 727 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,560 - [GRDA to host Rush for Brush Workshop in April](https://grda.com/grda-to-host-rush-for-brush-workshop-in-april/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department is announcing that its next Rush for Brush workshop is scheduled for Saturday, April 17, at Wolf Creek Park in Grove, beginning at 9AM. Due to limited materials available for this workshop, organizers anticipate 60 people will be able to attend. Registration is now open. - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-46/) - At 3:30 PM on Tuesday, April 30: Grand Lake elevation was 746.33 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 35,704 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,447 - [GRDA and MidAmerica](https://grda.com/grda-and-midamerica/) - While the abundant and reliable electricity produced by the Grand River Dam Authority helps to power thousands of homes in Oklahoma communities, it also helps to move Oklahoma industry forward. In fact, ever since the creation of the MidAmerica Industrial Park in 1960, GRDA power has been a key part of this hub of Oklahoma - [Safety tips for springtime, stormy weather](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-springtime-stormy-weather/) - Sunshine, rain, high winds, tornados, hail, thunder and lightning. It may look like a list of different types of weather conditions but in Oklahoma, we all know it could simply be the events of one single day. With the arrival of spring, so comes the arrival of spring weather to our state, meaning that storms - [Spring cleaning and electrical safety](https://grda.com/spring-cleaning-and-electrical-safety-3/) - Does warmer weather put you in a spring-cleaning mood? If your plans include clearing up the winter clutter in your kitchen, laundry room or utility room, the Grand River Dam Authority also reminds you that it is a good time to perform some springtime electrical inspections. The following tips from our friends at the Electrical - [Notice of Public Hearing K&J Park, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-kj-park-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the existing permit for J&J Mobile Home Park into the name of K&J Park, LLC. The project is located in Mayes County, Oklahoma. The applicant plans to replace the missing fingers on the existing 10 slip dock and 6 slip dock - [Saving daylight and saving energy](https://grda.com/saving-daylight-and-saving-energy-3/) - We all “sprang forward” this past weekend with the initiation of Daylight-Saving Time (DST). Each year, this move of the clocks takes place, giving us all a little more sunlight in the evenings. For many of us, that means more time spent outdoors, in the backyard, on the water or enjoying a number of other - [Dock talk …](https://grda.com/dock-talk-2/) - Every year at this time, when the thoughts of many lake enthusiasts turn to warmer days on the water, the Grand River Dam Authority poses the question: What’s up with your dock? With the busy lake season just around the corner, it’s an important question for dock owners, sellers, and buyers on Grand and Hudson - [Downed power lines? Stay away and stay safe!](https://grda.com/downed-power-lines-stay-away-and-stay-safe/) - 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 - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-28/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 112.4 feet across a cove, which measures 189 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Mark Your Calendars GRDA’s summer programs](https://grda.com/mark-your-calendars-grdas-summer-programs/) - The calendar still says it is officially winter but many of us are already planning for warmer summer days, vacations and summer camps. If you are making those kinds of plans now, the Grand River Dam Authority has a few dates you may want to keep in mind. Camps for both kids and teachers are - [Pensacola Project Shoreline Management Plan Public Input Meeting](https://grda.com/pensacola-project-shoreline-management-plan-public-input-meeting/) - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-27/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 118 feet across a cove, which measures 180.17 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Be sure to visit the GRDA Boat Show Booth](https://grda.com/be-sure-to-visit-the-grda-boat-show-booth/) - Each year in mid-winter, when February starts to draw near, many lake area enthusiasts turn their thoughts to events like the upcoming Tulsa Boat, Sport & Travel Show. While summer days on the water may be a long way down the road at this time of the year, the show is always an opportunity to - [Safety tips for electric blankets, heating pads](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-electric-blankets-heating-pads-3/) - The Grand River Dam Authority has shared this information before, but January seems like a good time to revisit these tips from the Electric Safety Foundation International (esfi.org). If the recent Oklahoma winter weather has you reaching for an electric blanket or heating pad to help stay cozy, keep this information in mind. Before using - [Looking back on GRDA’s 2023: Part 4](https://grda.com/looking-back-on-grdas-2023-part-4/) - As the fourth quarter of 2023 began, the Grand River Dam Authority had already experienced a busy year with events like the opening of the WOKA Whitewater Park, storm recovery and many internal projects to help maintain the reliable flow of electricity to customer. However, the year’s final three months also brought plenty of activity. - [Looking back on GRDA’s 2023: Part 3](https://grda.com/looking-back-on-grdas-2023-part-3/) - The third quarter of 2023 proved to be a very busy time for the Grand River Dam Authority, with summer in full swing and plenty of projects taking place across the system. This week, we look back at some of those moments as we review July, August, and September … Internally in July, safety initiatives - [Looking back on GRDA’s 2023: Part 1](https://grda.com/looking-back-on-grdas-2023-part-1/) - Sharing the safety message all year long … GRDA Police Officer Chris Harper shares some water safety information with a visitor to GRDA’s booth at the 2023 Tulsa Boat Show. GRDA’s participation in boat shows during the winter months is a longstanding tradition and a great way to share boating and floating safety information. Power - [Looking back on GRDA’s 2023: Part 2](https://grda.com/looking-back-on-grdas-2023-part-2/) - This week we continue our 2023 Grand River Dam Authority Year in Review, with a look back at the second quarter of the year. Spring and early summer were busy times for Team GRDA. Here are a few of the highlights … In April, 10 members of Team GRDA traveled to the Navajo Reservation in - [Button Try](https://grda.com/button-try/) - Question & Answers - [RFP 34303](https://grda.com/rfp-34303-substation-construction-services-afton-substation/) - This RFP is due June 29, 2012 2:00 PM Central Time. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be conducted at 9:00 AM Central Time, June 15, 2012. RFP 34303 Revised Drawings Questions and Answers - [RFQ 10983](https://grda.com/rfq-10983-firearms-and-accessories/) - This RFQ is due June 20, 2012 at 10:00 am Central Time. RFQ 10983 - [March 2016 Board Meeting](https://grda.com/march-2016-board-meeting/) - The March board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 2nd at 10:00 a.m. in the Vinita Headquarters Board Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [April 2016 Board Meeting](https://grda.com/april-2016-board-meeting/) - The April board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. in the Vinita Headquarters Board Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [May 2016 Board Meeting](https://grda.com/may-2016-board-meeting/) - The May board meeting will be held on Tuesday the 17th at 10:00 a.m. in the Vinita Headquarters Board Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda - [Governor signs Senate Bill 1388 … OSRC, GRDA merger to be finalized](https://grda.com/governor-signs-senate-bill-1388-osrc-grda-merger-to-be-finalized/) - Vinita – The Grand River Dam Authority is viewing its merger with the Oklahoma Scenic Rivers Commission (OSRC) as an opportunity to expand on the important work OSRC has advanced, while also continuing its own stewardship responsibilities in Oklahoma. On Wednesday, May 11, Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin signed Senate Bill 1388 into law. That bill - [GRDA Police shares information, tips to help prevent the “station wagon” effect](https://grda.com/grda-police-shares-information-tips-to-help-prevent-the-station-wagon-effect/) - “Virtually all CO poisonings are preventable.” With boating season rapidly approaching, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is once again sharing information about carbon monoxide (CO), the “station wagon” effect and the possible dangers it can present to boaters. “It is certainly something boaters need to be aware of,” said GRDA Chief of Law - [Pensacola Dam](https://grda.com/pensacola-dam/) - The first hydroelectric facility constructed in Oklahoma. GRDA built the dam between December 30, 1938, and March 21, 1940, when depression-era labor was abundant. It is located between the communities of Langley and Disney, spanning a mile across the Grand River Valley and holding back the 43,500 acres of water that form Grand Lake O' - [Robert S. Kerr Dam - Flood Gates Open](https://grda.com/5es-of-excellence-at-grda/) - [Robert S. Kerr Dam](https://grda.com/robert-s-kerr-dam/) - Pensacola Dam Aerial - [Energy Control Center](https://grda.com/energy-control-center/) - [Grand River Dam Authority Photo Release](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-photo-release/) - GRDA Community Relations Officer Ed Ferguson (third from right) presents a $5,000 sponsorship check to Grove Chamber of Commerce President Donnie Crane and other members of the Grove Chamber. The funds will help support the upcoming “Toes In The Grand” Festival, to be held at Wolf Creek Park in Grove on Friday, May 31 and - [GRDA Power For Progress Column April 8, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-april-8-2019/) - Room For Our Feathered Friends Since it began operations in the early 1980s, the Grand River Dam Authority’s Grand River Energy Center (GREC) has seen a lot of people pass through its doors. After all, it takes a large team to operate this facility 24/7/365. Home to nearly 1,000 megawatts of electric generation capacity, the - [GRDA postpones start of Pensacola Dam tours](https://grda.com/grda-postpones-start-of-pensacola-dam-tours/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 5/23/19 Due to high water conditions … GRDA postpones start of Pensacola Dam tours Langley – Due to the high water level of Grand Lake and ongoing floodgate operations at Pensacola Dam, the Grand River Dam Authority is postponing the start of the 2019 Pensacola Dam - [GRDA News Release: Floodwater Release Bulletin May 23 3 PM](https://grda.com/grda-news-release-floodwater-release-bulletin-may-23-3-pm/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 05/23/19 At 3PM on Thursday, May 23: • Grand Lake elevation was 754.86 feet. Daily target elevation for May 23 is 743.47 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, nine (9) main and three (3) east spillway gates were open - [GRDA encourages safe boating, extra precautions during holiday weekend](https://grda.com/grda-encourages-safe-boating-extra-precautions-during-holiday-weekend/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 5/24/19 Be mindful of your boat’s wake, don’t cause additional property damage … GRDA encourages safe boating, extra precautions during holiday weekend Langley – Due to recent heavy rains and high water inflows into the Grand River watershed, both Grand Lake and Lake Hudson will be - [GRDA Power For Progress Column May 28 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-may-28-2019-2/) - [GRDA Power For Progress Column May 28 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-may-28-2019/) - Power for Progress… A weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority Water safety always starts with a life jacket The Grand River Dam Authority understands that being a good steward of the Grand River and the natural resources under its control also means helping educate and support all those who utilize those resources. Because - [GRDA working to restore power feed to Pawnee](https://grda.com/grda-working-to-restore-power-feed-to-pawnee/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 5/28/19 GRDA working to restore power feed to Pawnee Pawnee – GRDA is working to resolve a power outage that has impacted some residents in the community of Pawnee. This outage resulted from an electric transmission structure that collapsed as a result of the recent, historic - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-2/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 05/30/19 At 8:30 AM on Thursday, May 30: Grand Lake elevation was 754.07 feet. Daily target elevation for May 30 is 743.93 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 76,699 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-3/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 05/30/19 At 3 PM on Thursday, May 30: Grand Lake elevation was 754.07 feet. Daily target elevation for May 30 is 743.93 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 84,479 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-11/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/11/19 At 11:30 AM on Tuesday, June 11: Grand Lake elevation was 753.84 feet. Daily target elevation for June 11 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 1,277 cubic feet per second (cfs) of - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 101 feet across a cove. Applicant: Griffith Family Lake House Trust Location: Tia Juana Lake Address: 674 Circle - [Vendor Registration](https://grda.com/vendor-registration-form/) - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-2/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Friday, August 30, 2019 at 6:00 PM at the Ecosystems and Education Center (420 E Hwy 28, Langley OK 74350). The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments regarding the revised plumbing and aesthetic standards associated with habitable structures. GRDA wishes - [Revised Habitable Structure Standards](https://grda.com/revised-habitable-structure-standards/) - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-3/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 6:00 PM at the Ecosystems and Education Center (420 E Hwy 28, Langley OK 74350). The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments regarding the proposed revisions to the plumbing and aesthetic standards associated with habitable - [GRDA to temporarily close Pensacola Dam roadway](https://grda.com/grda-to-temporarily-close-pensacola-dam-roadway/) - Langley – In an effort to complete an evaluation of the emergency gate operation system, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that the portion of Highway 28 that crosses over Pensacola Dam will be closed on Tuesday, January 7, 2020, from 9AM to 1PM. "We understand this closing might present an inconvenience for those - [Safety tips for electric blankets, heating pads](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-electric-blankets-heating-pads/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. So far, the weather in 2020 has been fairly mild, but if you live in Oklahoma, you know that can change pretty quick, not just from day to day but even hour to hour. While some days may be pleasant, the cold air - [New year, continuing partnerships](https://grda.com/new-year-continuing-partnerships/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The youngest turns 17 in 2020 and the oldest turns 74. In between, there is a wide range of ages, from 33 to 70. Their average age is over half a century … 54. Which is pretty impressive when you consider we - [Visit us at the 2020 Tulsa Boat Show](https://grda.com/visit-us-at-the-2020-tulsa-boat-show/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Once again, it is almost time for the Tulsa Boat, Sport & Travel Show and, once again, the Grand River Dam Authority invites you to drop by its booth during your visit. The tradition continues in 2020 with GRDA officers present at the - [GRDA to protect new eagle nesting area below Pensacola Dam](https://grda.com/grda-to-protect-new-eagle-nesting-area-below-pensacola-dam/) - Langley – The discovery a new bald eagle nest, in an area below the Pensacola Dam main spillway, has prompted the Grand River Dam Authority to install new signage in that area, advising the public of the nest and that disturbing it is a violation of the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act, which could - [GRDA Department Spotlight: Operations Engineering](https://grda.com/grda-department-spotlight-operations-engineering/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. While keeping the power flowing across the Grand River Dam Authority’s large and sophisticated energy delivery system requires the efforts of many departments, the task of planning how that system will look in the future largely falls to the GRDA Operations Engineering Department. - [Celebrating 80 in 2020](https://grda.com/celebrating-80-in-2020/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The “official” birth date occurs sometime later in 2020, but since this year marks the 80th anniversary of Pensacola Dam, we plan to share information all year long about this historic structure and the important role it has played in the development of - [Rush For Brush is back for more](https://grda.com/rush-for-brush-is-back-for-more/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The Grand River Dam Authority’s Rush for Brush program, which has won both state and national awards for its efforts to enhance the fish habitat on GRDA waters, returns to the shores of Grand Lake in 2020. The program, which started over a - [Rush for Brush Workshop 2020](https://grda.com/rush-for-brush-workshop-2020/) - To register, please contact Jacklyn Jaggars by phone 918-256-0723 or email jjaggars@grda.com. - [Sharing information, celebrating partnerships](https://grda.com/598309-2/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Each February, the Grand River Dam Authority takes the opportunity to meet with dozens of individuals who help to power Oklahoma’s important economic development engines. Of course, these individuals also happen to represent GRDA’s customers, including Oklahoma municipals, electric cooperatives and industries. Each - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-4/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 134 feet across a cove. Applicant: Clint Hladik and Kristi Lasater Location: Honeycreek Lake Address: 3112 Terrace Drive, - [Remembering those who played a role](https://grda.com/remembering-those-who-played-a-role/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. It would be difficult in a limited space like this to list all of the individuals who left an indelible mark on Oklahoma by bringing the Pensacola Dam from an idea to a reality in 1940. However, as the Grand River Dam Authority - [Stay safe, stay clear of downed power lines](https://grda.com/stay-safe-stay-clear-of-downed-power-lines/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. 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 - [RUSH FOR BRUSH CANCELED](https://grda.com/rush-for-brush-canceled/) - Unfortunately the weather forecast for tomorrow, Saturday, March 14, 2020 has forced GRDA to cancel the scheduled Rush for Brush event. The event will be rescheduled for a later date that has yet to be determined. - [Daylight (and energy) saving time](https://grda.com/daylight-and-energy-saving-time/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Earlier this month we all “sprang forward” with the beginning of Daylight Saving Time. However, have you ever wondered what impact Daylight Saving Time had on electricity usage? While there continues to be debate on both sides about the real energy savings, an - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-5/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 120 feet across a cove. Applicant: Stephen Cue Location: Reed Point Lake Address: 62211 East 247 Loop, Grove, - [The ongoing mission … caring for the waters](https://grda.com/598582-2/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. First created in 1935 to be a “conservation and reclamation district” for the Grand River, the Grand River Dam Authority has been involved in the protection and preservation of Oklahoma’s natural resources ever since. With the establishment of its Ecosystems Management Department in - [A “Grand” Lake for a new dam](https://grda.com/a-grand-lake-for-a-new-dam/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As we continue to celebrate Pensacola Dam’s 80 years of service to Oklahoma, we are exploring the many different stories surrounding the dam, Grand Lake and all those who helped to make it possible. This week, we take another look back at how - [GRDA recognized for exceptional electric reliability](https://grda.com/grda-recognized-for-exceptional-electric-reliability/) - For the second time in three years, the Grand River Dam Authority has received national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability. The recognition comes from the American Public Power Association (APPA), a trade group that represents more than 2,000 not-for-profit, community-owned electric utilities. APPA helps electric utilities track power outage and restoration data through its - [Spring cleaning and spring electrical inspections](https://grda.com/spring-cleaning-and-spring-electrical-inspections/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Due to the current conditions surrounding the COVID-19 virus, many of us have spent plenty of time at home lately and will likely continue to do so for several weeks to come. However, in the midst of staying #safeathome, we may also be - [Finding the right mix to build Pensacola Dam](https://grda.com/finding-the-right-mix-to-build-pensacola-dam/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Celebrating 80 in 2020 … As we continue to celebrate Pensacola Dam’s 80 years of service to Oklahoma, we are exploring the many different stories surrounding the dam, Grand Lake and all those who helped to make it possible. This week, we - [Spotlight on Team GRDA: GRDA Procurement Department](https://grda.com/spotlight-on-team-grda-grda-procurement-department/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. For the Grand River Dam Authority to meet its mission on a daily basis, it requires teamwork, dedication, skill, coordination and of course, the right tools, materials and services to get the job done. Each and every day, the GRDA Procurement Department plays - [GRDA providing update on eagle’s nest, buffer zone below Pensacola Dam](https://grda.com/grda-providing-update-on-eagles-nest-buffer-zone-below-pensacola-dam/) - Langley - With continued activity in the eagle’s nest located in the off-roading area below the Pensacola Dam spillway, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that the buffer zone, established around the nesting area earlier this year, will remained closed to the public for an undetermined amount of time. GRDA will be able to - [Don’t overload your circuits](https://grda.com/dont-overload-your-circuits/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join with organizations like the Electric Safety Foundation International (ESFI) to recognize May as National Electric Safety Month. Through the month in this space, we will be sharing important electric safety tips that can help - [Protection from power surges](https://grda.com/protection-from-power-surges/) - 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 power surge (or transient voltage) is a sudden and unwanted increase in - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-102/) - At 7 PM on Sunday, May 17: • Grand Lake elevation was 747.67 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 46,152 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • Six (6) units - [Safety tips for boat operators](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-boat-operators/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. While the Grand River Dam Authority continues to recognize May as National Electric Safety Month, we also understand that the upcoming Memorial Day weekend is a good time to think about boating safety. So, in this week’s installment, we wanted to pass along - [GRDA Police offer life jacket tips for Memorial Day boaters](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-life-jacket-tips-for-memorial-day-boaters/) - As thousands are planning to return to the waters of Grand Lake, Lake Hudson and the Illinois River for the Memorial Day holiday, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reminding them to boat safe, smart and sober. While the waters do remain open, officers will be enforcing Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt’s current “Safer - [GRDA Police offer safety tips for river visitors](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-safety-tips-for-river-visitors/) - Headed out to the Illinois River for the Memorial Day holiday? If so, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to remind you to float safe, smart and sober while also practicing social distancing. GRDA officers will be on the river, to promote safe outings and enforce Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt’s current “Safer At - [A home electrical safety check-up](https://grda.com/a-home-electrical-safety-check-up/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. May is recognized as National Electrical Safety Month by the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI). To help promote electrical safety during the month, the Grand River Dam Authority is passing along some important tips from ESFI. This week, in the final installment of - [GRDA removing nesting area buffer zone below Pensacola](https://grda.com/grda-removing-nesting-area-buffer-zone-below-pensacola/) - As one of the Grand Lake area’s newest eagles is ready to take flight, the area around its former nest will again be open to the public. On June 1, the Grand River Dam Authority will reopen the buffer zone around the eagle’s nest, located in the popular off-roading area below the Pensacola Dam spillway. - [GRDA Safety Department](https://grda.com/grda-safety-department/) - With a combined 60+ years of experience in industrial safety roles, the members of the Grand River Dam Authority Safety Department have a lot of experience when it comes to helping keep Team GRDA safe on the job. And that’s important because Team GRDA employees work in a variety of environments to ensure that electricity - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND WAIVER REQUEST FOR RED ARROW MARINA RESTAURANT, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-and-waiver-request-for-red-arrow-marina-restaurant-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on January 18, 2024, at 10:00 AM regarding the commercial application for Red Arrow Marina Restaurant, LLC. The meeting will be held at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, 420 E Highway 28, Langley, OK 74350. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND WAIVER REQUEST FOR DARIN AND LISA PIKE AND PIKE’S LANDING, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-and-waiver-request-for-darin-and-lisa-pike-and-pikes-landing-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on January 18, 2024, at 9:30 AM regarding the commercial application for Darin and Lisa Pike and Pike’s Landing, LLC. The meeting will be held at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, 420 E Highway 28, Langley, OK 74350. The purpose of this meeting is - [Electrical safety tips for power tools](https://grda.com/electrical-safety-tips-for-power-tools/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As more of us are spending time at home these days, with good weather for being outdoors, perhaps we are busy checking things off the “to do” list around the house. If conditions are right for you to be working your way through - [Notice of Public Meeting](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-2/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at 10:00 AM via Cisco Webex for the commercial application in the name of Iron Horse Landing Marina & Resort. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments regarding the construction of a new marina near Salina, - [Electric safety and the new semester](https://grda.com/electric-safety-and-the-new-semester/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. It’s back to school time across Oklahoma and that means thousands of parents and students alike have shifted out of their summer mode and back into the classroom (or perhaps the virtual classroom) mode. However, no matter what the uncertainties might be surrounding - [Promoting the idea](https://grda.com/promoting-the-idea/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As we continue to celebrate Pensacola Dam’s 80th birthday in 2020, we’re taking the opportunity to look back on some interesting facts, figures and individuals that have played a role in the dam’s existence and service to Oklahoma over the years. This - [National Hydropower Day](https://grda.com/national-hydropower-day/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Each year, the National Hydropower Association (NHA) sets aside a day in August to recognize as National Hydropower Day. With its own 80-year history of hydroelectricity production, the Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join the NHA and other hydropower producers across - [Facts and Figures …](https://grda.com/facts-and-figures/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As the new school semester gets underway, area students are returning to the classroom and once again studying reading, writing and arithmetic, along with history, science and other subjects. With that in mind, the Grand River Dam Authority takes this time to remind - [Pensacola Dam Construction Project](https://grda.com/pensacola-dam-construction-project/) - For more information from ODOT click here, for Traffic Advisories click here. - [GRDA Police encourage safe boating and floating during Labor Day outings](https://grda.com/grda-police-encourage-safe-boating-and-floating-during-labor-day-outings/) - With the Labor Day holiday right around the corner, many people are planning to spend the long weekend on the water. For those heading to Grand Lake, Lake Hudson or the scenic Illinois River, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is sharing some important safety tips that can help promote safe outings. While visitors - [Safe boating in every season](https://grda.com/safe-boating-in-every-season/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Now that the 2020 Labor Day holiday has passed and what is traditionally considered the busiest part of the lake and river season is winding down, the Grand River Dam Authority is looking back on another busy summer across Grand Lake, Lake Hudson - [Afton’s Lewandowski is new GRDA Chair](https://grda.com/aftons-lewandowski-is-new-grda-chair/) - Mike Lewandowski (Afton), a 30-plus year owner-operator of McDonald’s restaurants in Northeast Oklahoma, will serve as chairman of the Grand River Dam Authority Board of Directors during the next 12 months. Originally appointed to the GRDA Board in August 2018 by then-Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin, Lewandowski began his tenure as chairman during the board’s September - [Staying prepared](https://grda.com/staying-prepared/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Sometimes it happens because of the weather, sometimes it happens because of an animal, sometimes it happens because of an accident and sometimes it may happen because of an equipment failure for other reasons. The point is, electrical outages can occur for a - [When Pensacola Dam joined the Register](https://grda.com/when-pensacola-dam-joined-the-register/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As the Grand River Dam Authority continues to celebrate Pensacola Dam’s 80th birthday in 2020, it has been using the space from time to time to share interesting stories and history about the dam’s construction, operation and importance to the region. This week, - [Celebrating National Public Power Week 2020](https://grda.com/celebrating-national-public-power-week-2020/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Each year, during the first full week in October, the Grand River Dam Authority joins with the nation’s 2,200 other publicly-owned electric utilities to celebrate National Public Power Week. It is a time to highlight the many benefits of public power while also - [Powering Oklahoma for 80 years](https://grda.com/powering-oklahoma-for-80-years/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Throughout 2020, the Grand River Dam Authority has been celebrating Pensacola Dam and its 80 years of service to Oklahoma. The dam is Oklahoma’s first hydroelectric facility and has been producing renewable electric power for GRDA customers since its 1940 completion. While it - [Helping out after Hurricane Delta](https://grda.com/helping-out-after-hurricane-delta/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As another hurricane was hitting the Gulf Coast last week, the Grand River Dam Authority was once again gearing up to provide mutual aid, equipment and expertise. On Friday, October 9, a crew of 15 GRDA employees left before dawn to travel to - [GRDA, MAIP announce technical careers scholarship](https://grda.com/grda-maip-announce-technical-careers-scholarship/) - The Grand River Dam Authority and MidAmerica Industrial Park (MAIP) recognized the legacy and contributions of longtime GRDA employee Steve Howe at the October 14 meeting of the GRDA Board of Directors. Howe, a 28-year GRDA employee who served as the Technical Superintendent over I&C/Electrical at the Grand River Energy Center (GREC), passed away in - [GRDA involvement in riparian efforts benefitting Illinois River Watershed](https://grda.com/grda-involvement-in-riparian-efforts-benefitting-illinois-river-watershed/) - The Grand River Dam Authority’s involvement in a program to help improve water quality in the Illinois River Basin, saw large gains in 2020, continuing a boost which began when the Oklahoma Scenic Rivers Commission (OSRC) merged with GRDA in 2016. Prior to the merger, OSRC was partnering with the Oklahoma Conservation Commission (OCC) in - [Notice to the Public – 2024 Rulemaking](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-2024-rulemaking/) - Please be advised GRDA is proposing changes to its administrative rules. See the attached documents for further information. NRI Title 300 Chapter 20 NRI Title 300 Chapter 35 NRI Title 300 Chapter 45 Rule Impact Stmt Chapter 20 Rule Impact Stmt Chapter 35 Rule Impact Stmt Chapter 45 Title 300 Chapter 20 Acquisition Policy 11-15-23 - [2020 Great Plains Limnology Conference](https://grda.com/2020-great-plains-limnology-conference/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The Grand River Dam Authority and the Allen Lab at the University of Oklahoma co-hosted the 2020 Great Plains Limnology Conference earlier this month. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic prevented the event from being held at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center as originally - [Grand River Dam Authority and City of Siloam Springs break ground on new, national-caliber whitewater park](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-and-city-of-siloam-springs-break-ground-on-new-national-caliber-whitewater-park/) - ‘WOKA’ will be a best-in-class whitewater park located in northeast Oklahoma on the upper Illinois River Officials from Grand River Dam Authority and City of Siloam Springs, Ark., announced today a collaboration to build a new whitewater park on the Oklahoma and Arkansas border. Philanthropic support from the Walton Family Foundation provided funding for the - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-7/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 92 feet across a cove. Applicant: Stuart Hayden Location: Woodard Hollow Lake Address: 59901 E 333 Rd., Grove, - [Space heater safety tips](https://grda.com/space-heater-safety-tips/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The leaves are beginning to fall, the days are getting shorter and the temperatures are cooling. For many of us, this transition into the fall season also means we will be spending more and more time indoors for the next few months. As - [Proud of our veteran team….](https://grda.com/proud-of-our-veteran-team/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As we celebrate Veteran’s Day 2020, the Grand River Dam Authority once again uses this space to recognize a significant portion of our workforce that previously served in the United States Armed Forces. Today, they are electric linemen, mechanics, relay technicians, plant operators, - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-8/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 89 feet across a cove. Applicant: Charles R. & Cindy R. Wood Location: Wood’s Cove Subdivision Lake Address: - [Tips for winterizing your boat](https://grda.com/tips-for-winterizing-your-boat/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. While the waters of Grand Lake, Lake Hudson and the W.R. Holway Reservoir can be inviting and scenic year-round, we realize it is getting closer to that time of year when some avid boaters are putting their vessels away for the upcoming winter - [A recipe for kitchen safety …](https://grda.com/a-recipe-for-kitchen-safety/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. With Thanksgiving Day 2020 upon us, many are planning to spend a lot of time in the kitchen over the next couple of days. If that is your plan, the Grand River Dam Authority wants to make sure you stay safe, so that - [GRDA “Guard the Grand” videos now available online](https://grda.com/grda-guard-the-grand-videos-now-available-online/) - The Grand River Dam Authority’s “Guard the Grand” Watershed Conservation Program, launched earlier this year, now has additional resources online. Video recordings of program workshops held earlier in the year, along with other educational program videos are now available on GRDA’s YouTube channel. The purpose of the “Guard the Grand” program is to inform area - [Saving energy while celebrating the holidays](https://grda.com/saving-energy-while-celebrating-the-holidays/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The holiday season is in full swing, which means glittering, glowing holiday lights are visible all across the area. Of course, along with more lights comes more electricity usage. However, even with the extra lights and other holiday-related activities requiring more energy use - [More electric tips for a safe holiday season](https://grda.com/more-electric-tips-for-a-safe-holiday-season/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The Grand River Dam Authority wants to help you stay safe this holiday season, so in keeping with last week’s theme about holiday energy tips, we thought we would share a few more. Keep these tips - from the Electrical Safety Foundation International - [Tulsa’s Westbrock appointed to GRDA Board](https://grda.com/tulsas-westbrock-appointed-to-grda-board/) - Michael Westbrock (Tulsa) has been appointed to a five-year term on the Grand River Dam Authority Board of Directors by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt. Westbrock replaces outgoing Director Pete Churchwell (Grove). Westbrock holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance from Florida State University and an MBA from the University of Oklahoma. For over two - [GRDA Recognized for electric restoration efforts](https://grda.com/grda-recognized-for-electric-restoration-efforts/) - The Grand River Dam Authority has received a national commendation from the American Public Power Association for its support in electric power restoration efforts following an Oklahoma ice storm and Louisiana hurricane, both in October. In early October, Hurricane Delta struck Louisiana, causing significant damage to the Lafayette Louisiana Utilities (LUS) electric distribution system. Even - [No matter the season … stay away from downed power lines](https://grda.com/no-matter-the-season-stay-away-from-downed-power-lines/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. When an ice storm moves through Northeast Oklahoma, it often leaves a trail of frozen damage behind. There are downed power lines, broken poles, and limbs and debris scattered all around. When such things happen, our Grand River Dam Authority crews, like many - [Helping our hometowns celebrate](https://grda.com/helping-our-hometowns-celebrate/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. 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 - [Stay warm, but safe with electric blankets, heating pads](https://grda.com/stay-warm-but-safe-with-electric-blankets-heating-pads/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Even during winter in Oklahoma, we know that temperatures can still be pleasant at times. However, we also know they can change quickly, going up and down like a roller coaster. When they are down, many of us turn up the heat and - [Committed to keeping it clean](https://grda.com/committed-to-keeping-it-clean/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. When the Oklahoma Scenic Rivers Commission (OSRC) merged with the Grand River Dam Authority in 2016, GRDA absorbed the important mission of preserving and protecting the waters of the scenic Illinois River. In the years since, that mission has been furthered in many - [GRDA’s Eagle Pass](https://grda.com/grdas-eagle-pass/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The eagle has landed. Or at least it does, each winter around the shores of Grand Lake. From mid-December to March, the lake area, specifically the area just below the Grand River Dam Authority’s Pensacola Dam, becomes a haven for both the American - [Tips for Cold Weather Boating](https://grda.com/tips-for-cold-weather-boating/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Even though the calendar says winter, many people still find their way to the lakes this time of year for some memorable outings, despite the colder weather. However, the lower temperatures do call for some extra precautions on the water. Here are some - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-113/) - At 12:30 PM on Monday, February 1: Grand Lake elevation was 745.87 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, ten (10) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 17,480 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 10,983 - [Public Boat Ramps replacement update](https://grda.com/public-boat-ramps-replacement-update/) - Due to current elevated water levels on Grand Lake, the Grand River Dam Authority has announced that work on the ramp replacements have temporarily stopped at the Duck Creek Public Boat Ramp and the Public Boat Ramp behind the GRDA Hangar (north of Red Arrow Marina). Work will resume when lake levels return to normal, - [Did you know…](https://grda.com/did-you-know/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Did you know the Grand River Dam Authority is second only to the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) in jurisdiction over state water resources? It’s true, at no cost to Oklahoma tax payers, GRDA lakes also provide storage and water supply for 50 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-3/) - At noon on Wednesday, February 3: Grand Lake elevation was 745.03 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, ten (10) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 14,120 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,180 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-4/) - At 4:30 pm on Wednesday, February 3: Grand Lake elevation was 744.95 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 276 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,127 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-5/) - At 9 AM on Thursday, February 4: Grand Lake elevation was 744.84 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 89 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,090 - [GRDA recognized for financial reporting excellence](https://grda.com/grda-recognized-for-financial-reporting-excellence/) - For the 20th straight year, the Grand River Dam Authority is being recognized for excellence in financial reporting. In early February, GRDA learned that it would once again receive the “Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting” from the GFOA. GRDA is receiving the certificate for its 2019 comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). According - [What’s Up with Your Dock?](https://grda.com/whats-up-with-your-dock/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Although the calendar (and temperatures) still say wintertime, it is not too early to start thinking about summertime on the water. And, it is always a good time to ask: What’s up with your dock? It is a simple question, but one that - [GRDA bucket truck donation to aid linemen training program](https://grda.com/grda-bucket-truck-donation-to-aid-linemen-training-program/) - A recent donation by the Grand River Dam Authority and Altec Inc., will soon enhance the education for future electric lineworkers. Recently, GRDA donated a surplus bucket truck, with equipment donated by Altec, to Northeast Tech for its Lineman Training Program on the Pryor campus. Set up for distribution line work, the truck has a - [GRDA Statement on SPP Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 1 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-spp-energy-emergency-alert-eea-level-1-declaration/) - The Grand River Dam Authority received notification from the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the Regional Transmission Operator, and host of the integrated energy market for a 17-state region, that SPP would be declaring an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 1, effective 5AM Monday, February 15. According to SPP, due to the effects of widespread and - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-energy-emergency-alert-eea-level-2-declaration/) - This morning the Grand River Dam Authority received notification that the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the electric balancing market for a 17-state region, would be declaring and Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2, effective at 7:22 a.m. central time today, February 15th. An EEA Level 2 requires SPP to direct its member companies to issue - [GRDA Statement on Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 3 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-energy-emergency-alert-eea-level-3-declaration/) - This morning the Grand River Dam Authority received notification that the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the electric balancing market for a 17-state region, would be declaring an Energy Emergency Alert Level 3, effective immediately. Under the EEA Level 3 declaration, SPP must utilize operating reserves below the required minimum or ask its member utilities to implement controlled service interruptions. Alert Level - [GRDA Statement on SPP return to EEA2 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-spp-return-to-eea2-declaration/) - On Monday afternoon, February 15, at 2PM, the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) declared a return to an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2. While it is important to note that an EEA Level 3, which includes the possibility of scheduled interruptions of service, is currently not in effect, nor is it necessarily being predicted by - [Space Heater Safety](https://grda.com/space-heater-safety/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. While Oklahoma winters can move the temperatures up and down the thermometer from one day to the next, many people find that using space heaters is a quick, convenient way to hold off the chill when necessary. However, space heaters, when not used - [State agencies partner to help homeowners in Grand, Hudson Watershed](https://grda.com/state-agencies-partner-to-help-homeowners-in-grand-hudson-watershed/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is partnering with the Oklahoma Conservation Commission and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) to offer septic system repair or replacement assistance to homeowners in the Grand Lake and Lake Hudson watersheds. Monies will come from a program managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and the Conservation - [Off-road information](https://grda.com/off-road-information/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As the calendar has changed to March and more and more people are turning their attention to outdoors activities both on the water and around the shore, many are setting their sights on the off-road area below the Pensacola Dam spillways. While GRDA - [Make sure your dock is ready for lake season](https://grda.com/make-sure-your-dock-is-ready-for-lake-season/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Now that Grand Lake has celebrated “Welcome Back Weekend” and the weather has turned a bit warmer, many people are not only spending more time on the water but also more time on their docks. With that in mind, the Grand River Dam - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-6/) - At 2 pm on Saturday, March 13: Grand Lake elevation was 743.54 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 17,838 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,421 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-7/) - At 1 pm on Sunday, March 14: Grand Lake elevation was 745.57 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 41,545 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,528 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-8/) - At 1 pm on Monday, March 15: Grand Lake elevation was 746.53 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, six (6) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 54,654 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,532 - [Saving daylight and saving energy](https://grda.com/saving-daylight-and-saving-energy/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Last weekend, we all moved the clocks forward and entered daylight savings 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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-9/) - At noon on Thursday, March 18: Grand Lake elevation was 746.62 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, six (6) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 55,104 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,440 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-10/) - At noon on Sunday, March 21: Grand Lake elevation was 745.62 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 41,750 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,330 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-11/) - At 4 PM on Monday, March 22: Grand Lake elevation was 745.06 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 23,577 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,234 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-12/) - At 7 pm on Monday, March 22: Grand Lake elevation was 745.07 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,892 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,348 - [GREC visitors and feathered friends](https://grda.com/grec-visitors-and-feathered-friends/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Since it began operations in the early 1980s, the landscape around the Grand River Dam Authority’s Grand River Energy Center (GREC, formerly Coal Fired Complex) has changed a little bit. Some structures and roads have been altered for various reasons in that time - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-9/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 85 feet across a cove. Applicant: Larry Duff Location: Ketchum Cove Lake Address: 35080 Cohea Lane, Afton, Ok - [Spring cleaning and electrical safety](https://grda.com/spring-cleaning-and-electrical-safety/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Does warmer weather and the move into April have you in a spring cleaning mood? If your plans include clearing up the winter clutter in your kitchen, laundry room or utility room, the Grand River Dam Authority also reminds you that it is - [UNSPSC Codes](https://grda.com/unspsc-codes/) - [GRDA recognized for exceptional electric reliability in 2020](https://grda.com/grda-recognized-for-exceptional-electric-reliability-in-2020/) - For the second straight year, and the third time in four years, the Grand River Dam Authority has received national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability. The recognition comes from the American Public Power Association (APPA), a trade group that represents more than 2,000 not-for-profit, community-owned electric utilities. APPA helps electric utilities track power outage - [Ready to Respond](https://grda.com/ready-to-respond/) - 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 - [Notice of Public Meeting](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-3/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, April 27th at 9:00 AM in person with a virtual option for the commercial application in the name of Grand Lake RV Resort. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments regarding the construction of 4 new docks in the - [Springtime safety around hydro facilities](https://grda.com/springtime-safety-around-hydro-facilities/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As spring weather brings more and more people to the water’s edge near GRDA hydroelectric facilities for fishing, hiking or just enjoying the scenery, it is a good time to revisit some important safety reminders. Also, because spring in Oklahoma often means heavy - [86 years of milestones (and counting) …](https://grda.com/86-years-of-milestones-and-counting/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. April 26 marks the Grand River Dam Authority’s 86th birthday. It was back on that date in April of 1935 when the 15th Oklahoma legislature passed the “GRDA Enabling Act” to create the agency to be a “conservation and reclamation district for the - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-10/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 116 feet across a cove. Applicant: Gary & Mary Wildman Location: Patricia Island Lake Address: 4999 Lighthouse Springs - [Recognizing National Electric Safety Month](https://grda.com/recognizing-national-electric-safety-month/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Each year, the Electric Safety Foundation International (ESFI) recognizes May as National Electric Safety Month and takes advantage of the time to promote safe electricity practices nationwide. The Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join in this effort and will be sharing - [Safety tips for boat operators](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-boat-operators-2/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. May is recognized as National Electric Safety Month and the Grand River Dam Authority is committed to sharing electric safety tips that can help to keep you safe. Of course, we also understand that the busy lake season is right around the corner - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-11/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 238 feet across a cove. Applicant: Erin Birdsong Location: Holiday Shores Lake Address: 60824 E 254 Rd., Grove - [Extension Cord Safety](https://grda.com/extension-cord-safety/) - 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 proud join with the Electric Safety Foundation International (esfi.org) in recognizing the importance of electrical safety. This week, our focus is on extension cords. These cords are used often this - [test](https://grda.com/test/) - [GRDA JOB LISTINGS](https://grda.com/test-2/) - Below you will find our current job openings. Please view specific jobs for more details and apply if interested. Grand River Dam Authority is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the philosophy, intent and commitment of GRDA to adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees without regard to - [Switching your attention to safety](https://grda.com/switching-your-attention-to-safety/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. May is National Electrical Safety Month and the Grand River Dam Authority continues to take this opportunity to share the safety message. This week, we want to focus on something we all use almost every day: light switches. Although we use them daily, - [GRDA Police offer floating tips for Memorial Day weekend visitors](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-floating-tips-for-memorial-day-weekend-visitors/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to remind those heading to the scenic Illinois River for the Memorial Day holiday of some important information that can help promote a safe time on the water. Everyone is encouraged to come out and have a great time, but it is important to remember that enjoyable - [A few final electrical safety tips](https://grda.com/a-few-final-electrical-safety-tips/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. May is National Electrical Safety Month and the Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join with the Electrical Safety Foundation International (esfi.org) in promoting electrical safety at home and in the workplace. Electricity is something we take for granted, but using it - [A few final electrical safety tips](https://grda.com/a-few-final-electrical-safety-tips-2/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. May is National Electrical Safety Month and the Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join with the Electrical Safety Foundation International in promoting electrical safety at home and in the workplace. Electricity is something we take for granted, but using it safely - [GRDA Offers Safe Boating Tips for Memorial Day Weekend](https://grda.com/grda-offers-safe-boating-tips-for-memorial-day-weekend/) - The countdown to Memorial Day Weekend is underway. Not only does the upcoming holiday weekend mark the traditional beginning of the summer boating season on Grand and Hudson, but it will also be one of the busiest weekends on the lakes. As thousands of boaters and lake enthusiasts return to the waters, the Grand River - [GRDA lifts restrictions around eagle nest](https://grda.com/grda-lifts-restrictions-around-eagle-nest/) - As a new eagle is taking flight near Pensacola Dam and Grand Lake, the buffer zone around its former nest is being reopened to the public. In late 2020, the Grand River Dam Authority announced that it was restricting public access to a large area around the nest, located below the dam’s main spillway, in - [Set a positive example … wear your life jacket](https://grda.com/set-a-positive-example-wear-your-life-jacket/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. With over 70,000 surface acres of Grand 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 the - [Staying cool, saving energy](https://grda.com/staying-cool-saving-energy/) - Power for progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Welcome to June in Oklahoma! As the temperatures climb and we all look for ways to stay cool, many air conditioners and fans are suddenly working overtime. If that is the case in your household, the Grand River Dam Authority hopes you will - [Thunder Races Close Part of Wolf Creek](https://grda.com/thunder-races-close-part-of-wolf-creek-2/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department will be closing portions of the Wolf Creek arm of Grand Lake, as well as the Wolf Creek boat ramp during the 9th annual Thunder on Wolf Creek (June 11-13) racing event held by the Oklahoma Boat Racing Association (OBRA) Grove. Racing will take place on Friday, June - [GRDA confirms blue green algae bloom in Horse Creek arm of Grand Lake](https://grda.com/grda-confirms-blue-green-algae-bloom-in-horse-creek-arm-of-grand-lake/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is reporting the presence of a blue green algae (BGA) bloom in the Horse Creek arm of Grand Lake. Water quality testing performed over the weekend by the GRDA Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department confirmed the bloom, extending from Fly Creek (which feeds into Horse Creek) and then out under - [Recognizing our summer workforce](https://grda.com/recognizing-our-summer-workforce/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Each summer, the ranks of the Grand River Dam Authority swell slightly with the arrival of a valuable temporary workforce. These summer employees come from several different backgrounds, bring along several different career goals and spend several weeks doing several different jobs. However, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-13/) - At 3 PM on Saturday, June 26: Grand Lake elevation was 744.66 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 15,100 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,835 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-14/) - At 1 PM on Sunday, June 27: Grand Lake elevation was 745.86 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 28,386 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,897 - [Preserving a Grand view…](https://grda.com/preserving-a-grand-view/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The windows lining one side of the Grand River Dam Authority’s water research laboratory actually look out onto the waters of Grand Lake. That is fitting, considering the purpose of the lab. Created in 1935 to be a “conservation and reclamation district” for - [GRDA Police: Safety reminders for boating on elevated lake levels](https://grda.com/grda-police-safety-reminders-for-boating-on-elevated-lake-levels/) - With recent heavy rains across Oklahoma and in the Grand River watersheds, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is sharing some important safety tips for those who will be visiting Grand Lake and Lake Hudson in the coming days. Although water levels may return to more normal conditions by the July 4 holiday weekend, - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-15/) - At noon on Tuesday, June 29: Grand Lake elevation was 747.03 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 31,640 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,018 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-16/) - At 6 pm on Tuesday, June 29: Grand Lake elevation was 747.19 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 48,450 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,220 - [GRDA Police offer safe boating, floating tips for July 4 holiday](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-safe-boating-floating-tips-for-july-4-holiday/) - As water enthusiasts across the region gear up for the July 4 holiday weekend on Grand Lake, Lake Hudson and the scenic Illinois River, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to help them stay safe during their visit. Of course, boating, and floating, safe, smart, and sober is the best way to promote - [GRDA Police remind public of special July 4 holiday rules in place for Duck Creek](https://grda.com/grda-police-remind-public-of-special-july-4-holiday-rules-in-place-for-duck-creek/) - As organizers prepare for one of Oklahoma’s largest July 4 celebrations on Grand Lake, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reminding the public of some special rules in place to help facilitate the activities. Not only will Oklahoma’s largest fireworks show – the Duck Creek Fireworks Show – return to the lake on - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-17/) - At 2 PM on Thursday, July 1: Grand Lake elevation was 747.31 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 49,050 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,314 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-18/) - At noon on Saturday, July 3: Grand Lake elevation was 747.14 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 33,162 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,141 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-19/) - At 2:30 PM on Sunday, July 4: Grand Lake elevation was 746.35 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 13,976 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,934 - ["A Grand Adventure” youth day camp returning to Grand Lake this month](https://grda.com/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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-20/) - At 5 PM on Tuesday, July 6: Grand Lake elevation was 744.99 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 626 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,718 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-21/) - At 1:30 PM on Wednesday, July 7: Grand Lake elevation was 744.93 feet. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,723 cfs of water through generation. Releases through floodgates and generation totaled 12,723 cfs. Inflows into Grand Lake totaled 11,766 cfs. Lake Hudson elevation was 620.28 feet. At the direction of - [Rights-of-way and reliability …](https://grda.com/rights-of-way-and-reliability/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Energy Center. Summertime means mowing time for most of us across Oklahoma, and it is certainly no different for the Grand River Dam Authority. However, one thing that is different is the amount of ground to cover. With over 1,200 miles of rights-of-way (ROW) located - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-22/) - At 5PM on Friday, July 16: Grand Lake elevation was 744.07 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 14,188 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,684 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-23/) - At 1PM on Saturday, July 17: Grand Lake elevation was 744.49 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 14,818 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,983 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-24/) - At 1:30 PM on Sunday, July 18: Grand Lake elevation was 745.25 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 32,168 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,950 - [July is “Lakes Appreciation Month”](https://grda.com/july-is-lakes-appreciation-month/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Did you know that July is recognized as “Lakes Appreciation Month” by the North American Lake Management Society (NALMS)? Each year, NALMS sets aside this month to celebrate the important roles lakes play in our everyday lives. Whether as a water supply, flood - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-26/) - At 11AM on Wednesday, July 21: Grand Lake elevation was 745.38 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 8,150 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,729 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-27/) - At 3 PM on Thursday, July 22: Grand Lake elevation was 744.94 feet. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,709 cfs of water through generation. Releases through floodgates and generation totaled 12,709 cfs. Inflows into Grand Lake totaled 8,438 cfs. Lake Hudson elevation was 619.70 feet. At the direction of - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-13/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 83 feet across a cove. Applicant: Richard Bailes Location: Cayuga Resort Lake Address: 25960 S 664 Rd., Grove, - [To deliver affordable and reliable electricity…](https://grda.com/to-deliver-affordable-and-reliable-electricity/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. One of the interesting things about electricity is that it is the only real-time commodity bought and sold on the market. In most all cases, it is consumed as it is generated. Because of that, there is a delicate balancing act of supply - [Showcasing STEM careers](https://grda.com/showcasing-stem-careers/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The Grand River Dam Authority had the opportunity to showcase its operations to some of the area’s best and brightest in late July, when it played host to a group of students taking part in a special science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) - [Start the new semester with electric safety](https://grda.com/start-the-new-semester-with-electric-safety/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Thousands of students across the region are slowly shifting from summer mode back into a more structured school routine. That means many may also be setting up new workstations at home, in a classroom or perhaps in a dorm room. If that is - [GRDA by the numbers](https://grda.com/grda-by-the-numbers/) - By the numbers … Six: that is the number of hydroelectric-turbine generators inside the Pensacola Dam powerhouse. GRDA has been producing renewable hydroelectricity at the facility for over 80 years (Lee Buchsbaum/LMB Photography).Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. With schools now back in session and students across the - [In recognition of National Hydropower Day …](https://grda.com/in-recognition-of-national-hydropower-day/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join with the National Hydropower Association in recognizing August 24 as “National Hydropower Day” across the country. Of course, GRDA has been in the business of producing renewable, hydroelectric power for over 80 years now. - [GRDA crews head to Louisiana to help restore power following Ida’s landfall](https://grda.com/grda-crews-head-to-louisiana-to-help-restore-power-following-idas-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 - [Our employees are our greatest asset](https://grda.com/our-employees-are-our-greatest-asset/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. In honor of the upcoming Labor Day holiday, the Grand River Dam Authority once again recognizes its workforce: 500-plus Oklahomans producing the “power for progress” that makes GRDA a low-cost, reliable electricity supplier, good steward of the natural resources under its control and - [Initial Study Report Meeting](https://grda.com/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 Police: Boat & float safe, smart, and sober during Labor Day Holiday](https://grda.com/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 - [No offseason for water safety](https://grda.com/no-offseason-for-water-safety/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Although Labor Day 2021 is now in the rear-view mirror and the busiest part of the lake and river season is winding down, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department never stops sharing the water safety message. In fact, our officers share this - [Notice of Public Meeting](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-4/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on September 28, 2021, at 9:00 AM for a commercial application in the name of Serenity Point Resort. The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments regarding the replacement of the ship store and the addition of 8 new slips. GRDA wishes - [Helping to keep it clean and scenic](https://grda.com/helping-to-keep-it-clean-and-scenic/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. “We will practice environmental awareness and promote conservation and reclamation of the natural resources under our control.” From its very creation in 1935, the Grand River Dam Authority was charged with a natural resource stewardship mission. Initially, that included the Grand River watershed. - [Wagoner’s Elam is new GRDA Chairman](https://grda.com/wagoners-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 - [Safety tips for a new season](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-a-new-season/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Maybe the weather is not fully cooperating just yet, but the calendar makes it official this week: fall has arrived. So as one season gives way to the next and fall returns for a visit, it is also a great time to revisit - [GRDA announces temporary drawdown of Holway Reservoir](https://grda.com/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 - [Public Power by the numbers](https://grda.com/public-power-by-the-numbers/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. In recognition of the upcoming National Public Power Week (October 3 - 9), the Grand River Dam Authority is taking the opportunity to share more information about public power and the many benefits it provides to the 49 million Americans receiving their electricity - [This Is Man’s Deed](https://grda.com/this-is-mans-deed/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. In October of 1940 – 81 years ago this month – Massman Construction Company (Kansas City) completed the contract on the Pensacola Dam powerhouse. It was, of course, a milestone moment in the overall construction project and helped to usher in the beginning - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-14/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 128 feet across a cove. Applicant: Spruce Properties – Julie Witcraft Location:Sawmill Hollow Point Lake Address: 35222 S - [What’s hot and what’s not ...](https://grda.com/whats-hot-and-whats-not/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. For several years now, the Grand River Dam Authority has used a handheld FLIR (forward looking infrared) camera to see what the human eye simply cannot see: loose connections in electric substations, and along power lines, that can cause breakers, transformers, and other - [GRDA receives national commendation for electric restoration efforts](https://grda.com/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 - [Ready to winterize your boat? Here are some tips](https://grda.com/ready-to-winterize-your-boat-here-are-some-tips/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. While the waters of Grand Lake, Lake Hudson and the W.R. Holway Reservoir can be inviting and scenic all year-round, we realize it is getting closer to that time of year when many avid boaters are putting their vessels away for the upcoming - [Electric safety tips for the fall season](https://grda.com/electric-safety-tips-for-the-fall-season/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. With the fall season fully upon us and less daylight headed our way soon (remember to turn your clocks back one hour before going to bed Saturday night, November 6) we wanted to revisit some of the seasonal electricity-related safety tips that are - [Still boating and floating? Keep these seasonal safety tips in mind](https://grda.com/still-boating-and-floating-keep-these-seasonal-safety-tips-in-mind/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Ask around and you may find that many water enthusiasts across the area are convinced that the best boating and floating weather of all takes place on beautiful fall days in Oklahoma, when the fall foliage is just as brilliant as the summer - [Saluting our veteran workforce….](https://grda.com/saluting-our-veteran-workforce/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As we approach Veteran’s Day 2021, the Grand River Dam Authority wanted to use this space to recognize a significant portion of our workforce that previously served in the United States Armed Forces. Today, they are electric linemen, mechanics, relay technicians, plant operators, - [Stay safe in the kitchen while preparing that holiday meal](https://grda.com/stay-safe-in-the-kitchen-while-preparing-that-holiday-meal/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Ready or not, the 2021 Holiday Season is upon us. With Thanksgiving coming up fast, many of us are already planning for the big feast and will soon be spending extra time in the kitchen. If plenty of meal prep and cooking is - [Putting up those holiday lights? GRDA is sharing some energy tips to keep in mind this holiday season.](https://grda.com/putting-up-those-holiday-lights-grda-is-sharing-some-energy-tips-to-keep-in-mind-this-holiday-season/) - Power for Progress...a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The holiday lights are going up everywhere and shining through the night, which likely means a little more electric usage for most of us. However, even with the extra lights and other holiday-related activities requiring more energy use (like baking), it’s still possible to - [Celebrating the season in our hometowns](https://grda.com/celebrating-the-season-in-our-hometowns/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Usually, Grand River Dam Authority Police Boats are found floating on the waters of Grand Lake or Lake Hudson, but this time of year, you may see them floating down Main Street too. That is because GRDA is proud to once again participate - [Notice to the Public - 2022 Rulemaking](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-17/) - Please be advised Grand River Dam Authority is proposing changes to its administrative rules. See the attached documents for further information. Proposed Administrative Rules Changes Ch 20 Acquisition Policy Ch 35 Lake Rules Ch 40 Scenic Rivers Rules Ch 45 Administrative Hearing Rules Revised Ch 40 Scenic Rivers Rules Assets Meeting Agenda 3-9-2022 - [Safety tips for electric blankets, heating pads](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-electric-blankets-heating-pads-2/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Even though winter has “officially” arrived in Oklahoma, we all know the weather around here can still change quickly. Maybe it is pleasant in the afternoon, but the evenings come with quite a chill. When the temperature does drop, many of us turn - [Cold weather boating? Keeps these tips in mind](https://grda.com/cold-weather-boating-keeps-these-tips-in-mind/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. While the temperatures and the shoreline scenery may be different in the winter, many still consider this time of the year to be perfect for a boat ride across the waters of Grand or Hudson lakes. However, because safe boating is something that - [GRDA’s 2021 in Review: Part 1](https://grda.com/grdas-2021-in-review-part-1/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. For the Grand River Dam Authority, the year 2021 was partly defined by a slow return to normal following much of the pandemic-related activity of 2020. Now, as we begin 2022, we wanted to take some time in this space over the next - [GRDA’s 2021 in Review: Part 2](https://grda.com/grdas-2021-in-review-part-2/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. This week, we continue our brief year-in-review of the Grand River Dam Authority’s 2021 with a closer look at the second quarter of the year. As winter turned to spring, there was much activity around GRDA as it geared up for the busy - [GRDA’s 2021 in Review: Part 3](https://grda.com/grdas-2021-in-review-part-3/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. In part 3 of our look back at the Grand River Dam Authority’s 2021, we revisit the summer months of July, August, and September. As always, summer is a busy time around GRDA as thousands of people come to enjoy the waters of - [GRDA’s 2021 in Review: Part 4](https://grda.com/grdas-2021-in-review-part-4/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. This week, we wrap up our review of the Grand River Dam Authority’s very active 2021 with a look back at the last quarter of the year and the activities that kept us busy in October, November, and December. Here are a few - [Shoreline Management Plan Update](https://grda.com/shoreline-management-plan-update/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) owns and operates the Pensacola Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 1494) and the Markham Ferry Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 2183) which are located along the Grand River in Craig, Ottawa, Delaware, and Mayes, counties in northeastern Oklahoma. The Projects’ dams form reservoirs known as Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees (Grand - [Prepared to respond](https://grda.com/prepared-to-respond/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The winter weather that moved across Northeast Oklahoma the first week of February had no real impact on the Grand River Dam Authority’s ability to deliver reliable electricity to its customers. However, days ahead of the weather event, with a forecast of possible - [Public Notice of Event Attendance of the Board of Directors](https://grda.com/public-notice-of-event-attendance-of-the-board-of-directors/) - Notice is hereby given that three or more members of the Board of Directors of the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) may gather together to attend a press conference on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. This event will be held at 3822 W. 530 Road, Pryor, Oklahoma. No action will be taken. Note: - [A Grand Lake, sparkling like a gem](https://grda.com/a-grand-lake-sparkling-like-a-gem/) - One of the best for boating … In February, BoatUS magazine listed Grand Lake as one of the nine best freshwater lakes in the country for boating. According to the article, Grand “sparkles like a gem in the forested foothills of the Ozark Mountain Range.”Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam - [Spring season safety](https://grda.com/spring-season-safety/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Sunshine, rain, high winds, tornadoes, hail, thunder, and lightning. These are all weather conditions that we can expect to experience in Oklahoma during the spring. In fact, we know that we may just expect many of them all in the same day. However, - [GRDA recognized for financial reporting excellence](https://grda.com/grda-recognized-for-financial-reporting-excellence-2/) - For the 21st year in a row, the Grand River Dam Authority is being recognized for excellence in financial reporting. On March 25, GRDA learned that it would once again receive the “Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting” from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). GRDA is receiving the certificate for its 2020 - [GRDA receives “reliable public power provider” designation](https://grda.com/grda-receives-reliable-public-power-provider-designation/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) has earned a Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3)® designation from the American Public Power Association for providing reliable and safe electric service. The RP3 designation, which lasts for three years, recognizes public power utilities that demonstrate proficiency in four key disciplines: reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvement. Criteria - [GRDA recognized for exceptional electric reliability in 2021](https://grda.com/grda-recognized-for-exceptional-electric-reliability-in-2021/) - For the third straight year, and the fourth time in five years, the Grand River Dam Authority has received national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability. The recognition comes from the American Public Power Association (APPA), a trade group that represents more than 2,000 not-for-profit, community-owned electric utilities. APPA helps electric utilities track power outage - [Reminder: Dock electrical safety](https://grda.com/reminder-dock-electrical-safety/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As warmer, spring weather approaches, many people are not only spending more time on the water but also more time on their docks. With that in mind, the Grand River Dam Authority wants to remind all dock owners of the importance of maintaining - [A reliable response](https://grda.com/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 - [Oklahoma’s Public Power Team](https://grda.com/oklahomas-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 - [Don’t overload your circuits](https://grda.com/dont-overload-your-circuits-2/) - 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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-28/) - At 1 PM on Thursday, May 5: Grand Lake elevation was 744.55 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 14,918 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,531 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-29/) - At 7PM on Thursday, May 5: Grand Lake elevation was 745.64 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 33,468 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,720 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-30/) - At 1PM on Friday, May 6: Grand Lake elevation was 748.43 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 54,115 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,753 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-31/) - At 1PM on Saturday, May 7: Grand Lake elevation was 751.16 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 65,800 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,649 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-32/) - At 3:30PM on Sunday, May 8: Grand Lake elevation was 753.17 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 76,240 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,833 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-33/) - At 10AM on Tuesday, May 10: Grand Lake elevation was 751.93 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 55,720 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,742 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-34/) - At 1:30PM on Tuesday, May 10: Grand Lake elevation was 751.77 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 41,310 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,436 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-35/) - At 9AM on Thursday, May 12: Grand Lake elevation was 749.30 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 22,952 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,158 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-36/) - At 10AM on Saturday, May 14: Grand Lake elevation was 747.22 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 9,720 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,962 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-37/) - At 11:45AM on Saturday, May 14: Grand Lake elevation was 747.19 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 775 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,027 cfs - [Public Notice of Event Attendance of the Board of Directors 5-20-22](https://grda.com/public-notice-of-event-attendance-of-the-board-of-directors-5-20-22/) - Notice is hereby given that three or more members of the Board of Directors of the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) may gather together to attend the Tahlequah Public Works Authority (TPWA) and GRDA hosted 75thAnniversary Celebration on Friday, May 20, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. This event will be held at the NSU Event Center - [Electric safety tips for pools and hot tubs](https://grda.com/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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-38/) - At 12:30 pm on Thursday, May 19: Grand Lake elevation was 746.86 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 4,632 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,837 - [Electrical safety tips for boat owners](https://grda.com/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 - [GRDA Police offer share water safety tips](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-share-water-safety-tips/) - Looking forward to Memorial Day Weekend and the busy summer boating and floating season on the water? If so, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to remind you 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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-39/) - At noon on Saturday, June 4: Grand Lake elevation was 746.27 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, thirteen (13) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 25,506 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,938 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-40/) - At noon on Thursday, June 9: Grand Lake elevation was 745.05 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 4,449 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,791 cfs - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-41/) - At 3 pm on Thursday, June 9: Grand Lake elevation was 745.01 feet. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,725 cfs of water through generation. Releases through floodgates and generation totaled 12,725 cfs. Inflows into Grand Lake totaled 6,750 cfs. Lake Hudson elevation was 619.55 feet. At the direction - [Heading to the water? Wear your life jacket.](https://grda.com/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 - [GRDA’s summertime team](https://grda.com/grdas-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, - [GRDA Police offer safe boating, floating tips for July 4 holiday](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-safe-boating-floating-tips-for-july-4-holiday-2/) - As water enthusiasts across the region gear up for the July 4 holiday on Grand Lake, Lake Hudson and the scenic Illinois River, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to help them stay safe during their visit. Of course, boating, and floating, safe, smart, and sober is the best way to promote fun - [GRDA confirms blue green algae bloom in Grand Lake’s Ketchum Cove](https://grda.com/grda-confirms-blue-green-algae-bloom-in-grand-lakes-ketchum-cove/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is reporting the presence of a blue green algae (BGA) bloom in the Ketchum Cove area of Grand Lake. Water quality testing performed recently by the GRDA Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department confirmed the bloom. On Wednesday (July 6), a BGA bloom could be seen extending from near the Hammerhead - [Update on Ketchum Cove BGA bloom, GRDA continues monitoring waters](https://grda.com/update-on-ketchum-cove-bga-bloom-grda-continues-monitoring-waters-2/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is reporting that its most recent monitoring of a confirmed blue green algae (BGA) bloom in Grand Lake’s Ketchum Cove shows that the bloom, present from near the Hammerhead Marina boat ramp to near Colony Cove, continues to cycle, with periods of visibility and no visibility. Therefore, GRDA continues to - [GRDA’s Salina Pumped Storage Project: Unique Generation Resource](https://grda.com/grdas-salina-pumped-storage-project-unique-generation-resource/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. 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 - [Keeping the hot out and the cool in](https://grda.com/keeping-the-hot-out-and-the-cool-in/) - It is usually in the winter months, when the blustery winds are blowing, that we are reminded of the importance of weatherizing our homes to seal leaks and keep the cold weather outdoors. However, during a hot Oklahoma summer it is also important to consider weatherization, this time to keep the cool air in. This - [Guarding the Grand Watershed](https://grda.com/guarding-the-grand-watershed/) - An aerial view of the confluence of the Neosho and Spring Rivers in far Northeast Oklahoma.Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The Grand River truly belongs to Oklahoma. Flowing for roughly 125 miles in a southwesterly direction, winding through the Ozark Mountain foothills, before giving itself to the larger - [Electric safety and a new school year](https://grda.com/electric-safety-and-a-new-school-year/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. It’s that time of year again, when classrooms, dorm rooms and school campuses are filling up. As we prepare to shift from summer mode back into a more structured school routine, it’s also a great time for some electric safety education. Whether your - [National Hydropower Day 2022](https://grda.com/national-hydropower-day-2022/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join with the National Hydropower Association (NHA) in recognizing Wednesday, August 24, as National Hydropower Day. The day is set aside as a time to share more information about the many benefits of hydroelectricity, which is the nation’s second largest renewable energy source. In Oklahoma, GRDA has - [CCR Contact Form](https://grda.com/ccr-contact-form/) - [Celebrating our team](https://grda.com/celebrating-our-team/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Like many other organizations, the Grand River Dam Authority recognizes the important achievements of its workforce. Each month, milestone service anniversaries are highlighted in the internal informational flyer and employees reaching these milestones are also given pins to commemorate their years of service. - [Celebrating our team](https://grda.com/celebrating-our-team-2/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Like many other organizations, the Grand River Dam Authority recognizes the important achievements of its workforce. Each month, milestone service anniversaries are highlighted in the internal informational flyer and employees reaching these milestones are also given pins to commemorate their years of service. - [Boat safe, smart, and sober during Labor Day outings](https://grda.com/boat-safe-smart-and-sober-during-labor-day-outings/) - With the Labor Day holiday right around the corner, many people are planning to spend the long weekend on the water. For those heading to the scenic Illinois River, Grand Lake or Lake Hudson, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is sharing some important safety tips that can help promote safe outings. While visitors are encouraged - [Special Board Meeting October 20, 2022](https://grda.com/special-board-meeting-october-20-2022/) - The Special board meeting will be held on Thursday October 20th at 9:00 a.m. at Southwest Power Pool, 201 Worthen Drive Little Rock, AR; and Hilton Garden INN West Rock Hotel, 10914 Kanis Road, Little Rock, AR. Special Meeting Agenda Approved Minutes - [Safety tips for a new season](https://grda.com/safety-tips-for-a-new-season-2/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Maybe the weather is not fully cooperating just yet, but the calendar makes it official this week: fall has arrived. So as one season gives way to the next and fall returns for a visit, it is also a great time to revisit - [GRDA, Skiatook crews head to Florida to help restore power](https://grda.com/grda-skiatook-crews-head-to-florida-to-help-restore-power/) - As Hurricane Ian slowly approaches the state of Florida, powerline maintenance crews from the Grand River Dam Authority and the City of Skiatook are also headed that way. With the hurricane expected to make landfall on Wednesday, these crews, representing Oklahoma’s public power team, will be staged to move in immediately after the storm, to - [Celebrating National Public Power Week 2022](https://grda.com/celebrating-national-public-power-week-2022/) - Each year, during the first full week in October, the Grand River Dam Authority joins with the nation’s 2,00 other publicly owned electric utilities to celebrate National Public Power Week. It is a time to highlight the many benefits of public power while also celebrating its productive history and exciting future across the country. Today, - [GRDA offering training on stormwater construction inspections](https://grda.com/grda-offering-training-on-stormwater-construction-inspections/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is offering a free training for contractors, municipal staff and anyone who has responsibility for inspecting and/or installing erosion and sediment control on construction sites. The training will be held on October 25, 2022, at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center in Langley from 9am – 3:30pm, with lunch provided. - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-22/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to an application for a dock which if approved shall extend 94 feet across a cove. Applicant: Glen & Carrie Wyatt Location: Candlewick Cove Lake Address: 59900 E - [Powerful competition](https://grda.com/powerful-competition/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Electric line workers from Oklahoma public power communities (municipally owned electric utilities) across the state came together in Edmond late last month for competition, comradery and, most importantly, safety’s sake. They also came to rodeo … sort of. It was the annual Municipal - [Holiday lights and energy efficiency](https://grda.com/holiday-lights-and-energy-efficiency/) - The holiday lights are going up everywhere and shining through the night, which likely means a little more electric usage for most of us. However, even with the extra lights and other holiday-related activities requiring more energy use (like baking), it’s still possible to conserve some electricity. Although we have shared the following information before, - [Holiday decoration safety](https://grda.com/holiday-decoration-safety/) - Tis the season to trim the tree and string the lights. However, as you are putting up those colorful decorations around the house, it is important to keep some electric safety tips in mind. Here are Twelve Holiday Safety Tips, from the Electric Safety Foundation International. Your friends at GRDA want you to stay safe - [Supporting our hometown celebrations](https://grda.com/supporting-our-hometown-celebrations/) - Power for Progress ... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Usually, you see the Grand River Dam Authority Police boats floating on the waters of Grand Lake and Lake Hudson or perhaps down the scenic Illinois River. However, during the holiday season, our officers change things up just a bit. As in - [Notice to the Public - 2023 Rulemaking](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-2023-rulemaking/) - Please be advised GRDA is proposing changes to its administrative rules. See the attached documents for further information. Ch. 1 Ops and Procedures Ch 20 Acquisition Policy Chapter 35 Lake Rules Chapter 40 Scenic Rivers Rules NRI Chapter 1 NRI Chapter 20 NRI Chapter 35 NRI Chapter 40 Rule Impact Stmt Chapter 1 Rule Impact - [GRDA once again establishes eagle nest buffer zone below Pensacola Dam](https://grda.com/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 - [Boating in winter? Keep these tips in mind](https://grda.com/boating-in-winter-keep-these-tips-in-mind/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. While the temperatures and the shoreline scenery may be different in the winter, many still consider this time of the year to be perfect for a boat ride across the waters of Grand or Hudson lakes. However, because safe boating is something that - [Highlighting our feathered friends](https://grda.com/highlighting-our-feathered-friends/) - What do Canada Geese, Blue-winged Teals, Lesser Scaups and even Great Egrets have in common? At one time or another, all these feathered friends have paid a visit to the Grand River Dam Authority’s Grand River Energy Center (GREC). Since the facility began operations in the 1980s, its ponds and other acreage have been havens - [Spring forward with energy savings](https://grda.com/spring-forward-with-energy-savings/) - Daylight saving time makes its official return to Oklahoma at 2AM on Sunday, March 12, when we all “spring forward” by moving our clocks up one hour. While we all may lose one hour of sleep that night, over the long term the time change will equal more light in the evenings and, when it - [GRDA Ecosystems Explorations annual report now available](https://grda.com/grda-ecosystems-explorations-annual-report-now-available/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department’s 2022 annual review – Ecosystems Explorations – is now available, both online and in hard copy format. The publication highlights the department’s 2022 programs, projects, and research, as well as collaborative research efforts with university partners. GRDA established its ecosystems and watershed management department in - [Is your dock’s electric system ready for summer?](https://grda.com/is-your-docks-electric-system-ready-for-summer/) - The arrival of spring has many lake enthusiasts turning their attention back to the water and the promise of long summer days ahead. For many, those days at the lake will include a lot of time spent on the dock. If that is part of your plan, the Grand River Dam Authority wants to share - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-42/) - At 10 AM on Friday, March 24: Grand Lake elevation was 743.46 feet. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,635 cfs of water through generation. Releases through floodgates and generation totaled 13,635 cfs. Inflows into Grand Lake totaled 47,258 cfs. Lake Hudson elevation was 622.55 feet. At the direction of - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-44/) - At 2 pm on Sunday, March 26: Grand Lake elevation was 746.51 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main, one (1) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 18,465 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam - [Spring cleaning and electrical safety](https://grda.com/spring-cleaning-and-electrical-safety-2/) - The temperature may still be moving up and down the thermometer, but the calendar does say spring has officially arrived. That means many of us will soon turn our attention to spring cleaning projects. If your plans include clearing the winter clutter out of your house, the Grand River Dam Authority wants to remind - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-45/) - At 12:30 pm on Monday, March 27: Grand Lake elevation was 746.00 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 17,334 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,644 - [Dock talk …](https://grda.com/dock-talk/) - Every year about this time, the Grand River Dam Authority poses the question: What’s up with your dock? With the busy lake season just around the corner, it’s an important question for dock owners, sellers and buyers on Grand and Hudson lakes to consider. And while it is a simple question, it is really intended - [GRDA recognized for exceptional electric reliability](https://grda.com/grda-recognized-for-exceptional-electric-reliability-2/) - For the fourth year in a row – and the fifth time in six years – the Grand River Dam Authority has been recognized for exceptional electric reliability. In early April, GRDA learned that it was being recognized by the American Public Power Association (APPA) for its electric delivery to distribution customers in the MidAmerica - [Helping Power our Neighbors](https://grda.com/helping-power-our-neighbors/) - On March 31, a team of ten Grand River Dam Authority employees, including electric linemen and fleet maintenance personnel left Oklahoma, headed west to the Navajo Reservation in Arizona and Utah. The team was part of a larger, mutual aid effort among public power utilities called the “Light Up Navajo Project.” Upon arrival in the - [Important tips for do-it-yourself projects](https://grda.com/important-tips-for-do-it-yourself-projects/) - May is National Electric Safety Month! The Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join in the effort to reinforce electric safety by sharing important tips all month long. This week’s tips are geared towards “do-it-yourselfers” out there. And, for even more safety tips, visit esfi.org. First, take the time to learn about your home’s - [GRDA honored for “excellence in financial reporting”](https://grda.com/grda-honored-for-excellence-in-financial-reporting/) - Over the last two decades, the Grand River Dam Authority has established a tradition of excellence in its financial reporting efforts. In late April, it learned that tradition would continue for yet another year. On April 28, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recognized GRDA with a “Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.” - [More about surge protection](https://grda.com/more-about-surge-protection-2/) - May is National Electric Safety Month and the Grand River Dam Authority wants to help inform and educate the public about important electric safety issues. One of those issues involves power surges. A power surge (or transient voltage) is a sudden and unwanted increase in voltage. It is unwanted because this sudden increase can damage - [Electric safety and your boat …](https://grda.com/electric-safety-and-your-boat/) - Throughout the month of May, the Grand River Dam Authority has been recognizing National Electric Safety Month by sharing important tips for homeowners. However, this week, as we draw close to Memorial Day and the beginning of the busy summer boating season, we wanted to share a few electric safety tips for boat owners. We - [GRDA offers Safe Boating Tips for Memorial Day Weekend](https://grda.com/grda-offers-safe-boating-tips-for-memorial-day-weekend-2/) - The countdown to Memorial Day Weekend is underway. Not only does the upcoming holiday mark the traditional beginning of the summer boating season on Grand and Hudson lakes, but it will also be one of the busiest weekends for boat traffic. As thousands of lake enthusiasts soon return to the waters, the Grand River Dam - [GRDA Police offer tips for river floaters ahead of Memorial Day Weekend](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-tips-for-river-floaters-ahead-of-memorial-day-weekend/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to remind those heading to the scenic Illinois River for the Memorial Day holiday of some important information that can help promote a safe time on the water. “We encourage everyone to come out and have a great time,” said GRDA Corporate Spokesperson Justin Alberty. “But it - [“A Grand Adventure” youth day camp returns to Grand Lake mid-June](https://grda.com/a-grand-adventure-youth-day-camp-returns-to-grand-lake-mid-june/) - The Grand River Dam Authority’s Guard the Grand program, along with Blue Thumb and the Oklahoma State University Extension Service are bringing both a “Grand Adventure” and an even “Grander Adventure” to Grand Lake in mid-June. The organizations are joining forces to again offer the popular lake and stream youth day camp for students ages - [GRDA’s “Riverology 201” coming in mid-July](https://grda.com/grdas-riverology-201-coming-in-mid-july/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is bringing back a unique summer workshop for area teachers and environmental educators in mid-July. Called “Riverology 201” the workshop will bring together a diverse group of water quality, water management, and conservation and education professionals for three full days of information sharing and hands-on learning. It will take place - [Make life jacket use a regular part of summer lake outing](https://grda.com/make-life-jacket-use-a-regular-part-of-summer-lake-outing/) - With over 70,000 surface acres of Grand 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 the wide-open waters of Grand Lake, fishing in a quiet Lake Hudson cove or - [GRDA Police share floating, boating tips ahead of busy July 4 holiday](https://grda.com/grda-police-share-floating-boating-tips-ahead-of-busy-july-4-holiday/) - As water enthusiasts across the region gear up for the July 4 holiday on Grand Lake, Lake Hudson and the scenic Illinois River, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department wants to help them stay safe during their visit. Of course, boating, and floating, safe, smart, and sober is the best way to promote fun - [Notice of Public Hearing and Waiver Request Scissortail Marina, INC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-and-waiver-request-scissortail-marina-inc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to permit the existing docks at Scissortail Marina, Inc. located in Delaware County, Oklahoma.The applicant has no plans to modify the existing docks but requests a waiver for the 1/3 of the cove rule for 2 of the existing docks. A public hearing - [Notice of Public Hearing GL Lakewood, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-gl-lakewood-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the permit for existing docks at GL Lakewood, LLC located in Elk River in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing docks. A public hearing is scheduled for Thursday, November 16th at 12:30 PM at GRDA’s - [Notice of Public Hearing GL Grand View, LLC](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-gl-grand-view-llc/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to transfer the permit for existing docks at GL Grand View, LLC located in Elk River in Delaware County, Oklahoma. The applicant has no plans to modify the existing docks. A public hearing is scheduled for Thursday, November 16th at 12:00 PM at - [2019 January Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-january-board-meeting/) - The January board meeting will be held on Tuesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. in the Vinita Headquarters Board Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 February Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-february-board-meeting/) - The February board meeting will be held on Wedesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center in Tulsa, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 March Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-march-board-meeting/) - The March board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. in the Vinita Headquarters Board Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 March Special Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-march-special-board-meeting/) - The March special board meeting will be held on March 28, 2019 at 10:00 AM at the Engineering & Technology Center, 9933 E 16th St, Tulsa, Ok 74128. Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 April Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-april-board-meeting/) - The April board meeting will be held on Thursday the 18th at 10:00 a.m. in the Engineering & Technology Center Oklahoma Conference Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 April Special Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-april-special-board-meeting/) - The April special board meeting will be held on April 23-24, 2019 at 10:00 AM at Shangri-La Resort, Monkey Island, Oklahoma, at 57301 East Highway 125. Approved Minutes - [2019 May Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-may-board-meeting/) - The May 8, 2019, Board of Directors Meeting has been cancelled. Our next Board meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2019, at the GRDA Administration Headquarters in Vinita, Oklahoma. - [2019 June Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-june-board-meeting/) - The June board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 5th at 10:00 a.m. in the Vinita Headquarters Board Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 July Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-july-board-meeting/) - The July board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. in the Vinita Headquarters Board Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 August Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-august-board-meeting/) - The August board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 14th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 September Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-september-board-meeting/) - The September 5, 2019, Board of Directors Meeting has been cancelled. Our next Board meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2019, at the GRDA Administration Headquarters in Vinita, Oklahoma. - [2019 October Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-october-board-meeting/) - The October board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. in the Engineering & Technology Center Oklahoma Conference Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 November Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-november-board-meeting/) - The November board meeting will be held on Thursday the 7th at 10:00 a.m. in the Vinita Headquarters Board Room. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2019 December Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2019-december-board-meeting/) - The December board meeting will be held on Tuesday the 17th at 10:00 a.m. at the Energy Control Center in Locust Grove, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2020 January Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-january-board-meeting/) - The January board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the Engineering & Technology Center in Tulsa, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2020 February Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-february-board-meeting/) - The February board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the Engineering & Technology Center in Tulsa, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2020 March Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-march-board-meeting/) - The March board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the Engineering & Technology Center in Tulsa, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2020 April Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-april-board-meeting/) - The April board meeting will be held on Wedesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. via Cisco WebEx Meeting. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes Meeting number (access code) 264 974 356; Meeting password is BoardMtg-040820 Join by phone: +1-408-418-9388; Meeting Number/Access Code 264974356 Join from a video system or application: Dial 264974356@grda.webex.com. You can also dial - [2020 May Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-may-board-meeting/) - The May board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. via Cisco WebEx Meeting. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes Meeting number (access code) 961136956; Meeting password is 4H9a7SkzwSJ Join by phone: +1-408-418-9388; Join from a video system or application: Dial 961136956@grda.webex.com. You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting - [2020 June Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-june-board-meeting/) - The June board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. via Cisco WebEx Meeting. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes Meeting number (access code) 966 185 348; Meeting password is BoardMtg061020 Join by phone: +1-408-418-9388; Join from a video system or application: Dial 966185348@grda.webex.com. You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter - [2020 July Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-july-board-meeting/) - The July board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. via Cisco WebEx Meeting. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes Meeting number (access code) 146 070 8502; Meeting password is BoardMtg070820 Join by phone: Call +1-408-418-9388; Enter Meeting Number 146 070 8502. Join from a video system or application: Dial 1460708502@grda.webex.com; - [Special Board Meeting July 30, 2020](https://grda.com/special-board-meeting-july-30-2020/) - A special meeting will be held on Thursday July 30th at 10:00 a.m. via Cisco WebEx Meeting. Final Agenda Approved Minutes Meeting number (access code) 146 911 6368; Meeting password is BoardMtg073020 Join by phone: Call +1-408-418-9388; Enter Meeting Number 146 911 6368. Join from a video system or application: Dial 1469116368@grda.webex.com; You can also - [2020 August Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-august-board-meeting/) - The August board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2020 September Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-september-board-meeting/) - The September board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2020 October Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-october-board-meeting/) - The October board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 14th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Training, Safety & Environmental Building. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2020 November Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-november-board-meeting/) - The November board meeting will be held on Tuesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Training, Safety & Environmental Building. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2020 December Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2020-december-board-meeting/) - The December board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 January Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-january-board-meeting/) - The January board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 February Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-february-board-meeting/) - The February board meeting has been cancelled due to weather conditions. - [2021 March Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-march-board-meeting/) - The March board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda - [2021 April Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-april-board-meeting/) - The April board meeting will be held on Tuesday the 6th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 May Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-may-board-meeting/) - The May board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 June Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-june-board-meeting/) - The June board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 July Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-july-board-meeting/) - The July board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 14th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. NOTE THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING, BUT WILL OFFER WEBEX ACCESS TO THOSE THAT PREFER NOT TO ATTEND IN PERSON (minus the directors). Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 August Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-august-board-meeting/) - The August board meeting will be held on Thursday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center. NOTE: THIS WILL BE AN IN-PERSON MEETING Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 September Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-september-board-meeting/) - The September board meeting will be held on Thursday the 16th at 10:00 a.m. at the Will Rogers Memorial Museum, at 1720 W. Will Rogers Blvd., Claremore, OK. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 October Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-october-board-meeting/) - The October board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Training, Safety & Environmental Building. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 November Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-november-board-meeting/) - The November board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Training, Safety & Environmental Building. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 March Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-march-board-meeting/) - The March board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Training, Safety & Environmental Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 February Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-february-board-meeting/) - The February board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 January Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-january-board-meeting/) - The January board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2021 December Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2021-december-board-meeting/) - The December board meeting will be held on Tuesday the 14th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minute - [2022 April Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-april-board-meeting/) - The April board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center Langley, Oklahoma. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 May Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-may-board-meeting/) - The May board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [Special Board Meeting May 3, 2022](https://grda.com/special-board-meeting-may-3-2022/) - The Special board meeting will be held on Tuesday May 3rd at 6:45 p.m. at the Shangri-La Resort at 57301 East Highway 125 Monkey Island, Oklahoma. Meeting Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 June Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-june-board-meeting/) - The June board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 July Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-july-board-meeting/) - The July board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Grand River Energy Center in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 August Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-august-board-meeting/) - The August board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Grand River Energy Center in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 September Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-september-board-meeting/) - The September board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 7th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Ecosystems and Education Center Langley, Oklahoma Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 October Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-october-board-meeting/) - The October board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 12th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Training, Safety & Environmental Building in Chouteau, Ok Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 November Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-november-board-meeting/) - The November board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2022 December Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2022-december-board-meeting/) - The December board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 14th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 January Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-january-board-meeting/) - The January board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 February Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-february-board-meeting/) - The February board meeting will be held on Wednesday the 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Engineering & Technology Center in Tulsa, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [2023 March Board Meeting](https://grda.com/2023-march-board-meeting/) - The March board meeting will be held on Thursday the 9th at 10:00 a.m. at the GRDA Administrative Building in Chouteau, Ok. Proposed Agenda Final Agenda Approved Minutes - [Special Board Meeting October 12-13, 2023](https://grda.com/special-board-meeting-october-12-13-2023/) - The Special board meeting will be held on October 12-13 at the Shangri-La Resort at 57301 East Highway 125 Monkey Island, Oklahoma. Meeting Agenda - [MITSUBISHI POWER SELECTED TO SUPPLY SECOND ADVANCED CLASS GAS TURBINE TO GRAND RIVER ENERGY CENTER](https://grda.com/mitsubishi-power-selected-to-supply-second-advanced-class-gas-turbine-to-grand-river-energy-center/) - • First M501JAC gas turbine to operate in simple cycle in the U.S. • Signing ceremony held October 2 in Chouteau, OK • Second project awarded to Mitsubishi Power by the Grand River Dam Authority in last 10 years LAKE MARY, Fla., (October 3, 2023) – Mitsubishi Power and the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA), - [PUBLIC NOTICE OF EVENT ATTENDANCE OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS 10-02-23](https://grda.com/public-notice-of-event-attendance-of-board-of-directors-10-02-23/) - Notice is hereby given that three or more members of the Board of Directors of the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) may gather together to attend the Mitsubishi Power Americas Signing Event and Lunch on Monday, October 2, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. This event will be held at the GRDA Administrative Center at 8642 OK-412B, - [GRAND LAKE COVE CLOSED FOR FUEL SPILL CLEANUP](https://grda.com/grand-lake-cove-closed-for-fuel-spill-cleanup/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is making the public aware that a cove on Grand Lake, containing the Monkey Island Marina, on the east side of Monkey Island, is being closed temporarily so that remediation of a diesel spill can be completed. GRDA anticipates the cove will remain closed through the weekend (September - [GRDA ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY DRAWDOWN OF HOLWAY RESERVOIR](https://grda.com/grda-announces-temporary-drawdown-of-holway-reservoir-2/) - 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. GRDA plans to lower the reservoir 43 feet below its normal maximum level to complete the work. The drawdown should reach its bottom depth - [TULSA’S RUPE APPOINTED TO GRDA BOARD OF DIRECTORS](https://grda.com/tulsas-rupe-appointed-to-grda-board-of-directors/) - John Rupe of Tulsa has been appointed to a five-year term on the Grand River Dam Authority Board of Directors by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt. Rupe replaces outgoing Director Mike Lewandowski (Afton). In 2002, Rupe founded the Rupe Helmer Group, a Tulsa-based commercial development and construction firm and continues to serve as the organization’s chief - [TULSA’S WESTBROCK IS NEW GRDA CHAIR](https://grda.com/tulsas-westbrock-is-new-grda-chair/) - Michael Westbrock (Tulsa) will lead the Grand River Dam Authority Board of Directors as chairman over the next 12 months. Westbrock began his tenure at the board’s September 13 meeting in Chouteau and succeeds outgoing Chairman Charles Sublett (Tulsa). Chris Meyers (Edmond) assumes the role of chair elect. Westbrock was appointed to a five-year term - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND WAIVER REQUEST MASTHEAD MARINA](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-and-waiver-request-masthead-marina/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to permit the existing docks for Masthead Marina located in Delaware County. No modifications to the docks are planned at the marina but the applicant requests a waiver for the 1/3 of the cove rule for the existing docks. A public hearing is - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND WAIVER REQUEST WINDMILL RUN MARINA](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-and-waiver-request-windmill-run-marina/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is in receipt of an application to permit the existing docks, with modifications, for Windmill Run Marina located in Delaware County. The applicant plans to extend one dock by 4’ near the ship store and add 60’ to the existing breakwater. The applicant also requests a waiver for the 1/3 of the - [GRDA TO PROHIBIT ACCESS ONTO LOW WATER DAM ROCKS](https://grda.com/grda-to-prohibit-access-onto-low-water-dam-rocks/) - To enhance public safety, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing it will no longer permit public access to the rocks creating the low water dam, across the Grand River, below Robert S. Kerr Dam. GRDA recently installed new signage and markings on the riprap to designate the prohibited areas. The low water dam has - [GRDA POLICE SHARE WATER SAFETY REMINDERS FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND](https://grda.com/grda-police-share-water-safety-reminders-for-labor-day-weekend/) - 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 - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-15/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a breakwater requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to an application for a breakwater which if approved shall extend 148 feet across a cove. Applicant: Douglas Self Location: The Points Lake Address: 35997 Sycamore Road, Afton, OK Legal Description: Township 23N, Range - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-16/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock and breakwater requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to an application for a dock and breakwater which if approved shall extend 149 feet across a cove. Applicant:Kenton Levings – ITB Lake LLC Location: The Points Lake Address: 36035 - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-18/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private breakwater requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to an application for a breakwater which if approved shall extend 142.71 feet across a cove. Applicant: Margaret & Ron Oglesby Location: Gray’s Village Lake Address: 449801 E 357 - [Shoreline Management Plan Meeting Update](https://grda.com/shoreline-management-plan-meeting-update/) - The Pensacola Project Shoreline Management Plan Public Input Meeting scheduled for tonight at 6PM at Shangri La Resort and Hotel will now be held virtually. Please email Jacklyn Jaggars at jacklyn.jaggars@grda.com for an invite if you wish to join. The meeting will start at 6PM. - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-19/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to an application for a dock which if approved shall extend 114 feet across a cove. Applicant: Kenneth Swenson Location: Dripping Springs Lake Address: 195 PR 089, - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-20/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private breakwater requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to an application for a breakwater which if approved shall extend 143 feet across a cove. Applicant: Craig Thein Location: Sawmill Hollow Lake Address: 450567 E 353 Rd., Afton, - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-21/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to an application for a dock which if approved shall extend 132 feet across a cove. Applicant: Donald & Toni Wuchterl Location: Woodard Hollow Lake Address: - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-24/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 114 feet across a cove, which measures 238 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND WAIVER REQUEST CEDAR COVE RESORT](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-hearing-and-waiver-request-cedar-cove-resort/) - The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 10:00 AM at: Grand River Dam Authority Ecosystems & Education Center 420 E Highway 28 Langley, OK 74350 The purpose of this meeting is to obtain public comments regarding the addition of a 15-slip dock for Cedar Cove - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-25/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 70 feet across a cove, which measures 53 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Notice: Kerr Dam area boat ramp to temporarily close ](https://grda.com/notice-kerr-dam-area-boat-ramp-to-temporarily-close/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is notifying the public that, due to an ongoing maintenance project in the area, the boat ramp located on the northwest side of Robert S. Kerr Dam will be closed until further notice. GRDA appreciates the public’s cooperation during this temporary ramp closure and will provide an update when the - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-26/) - Please take notice that The Grand River Dam Authority has received an application for a private dock requiring directional bearing. Such directional bearing relates to a dock application for a private dock which if approved shall extend 107 feet across a cove, which measures 226 feet across from 745 feet mean sea level to 745 - [Notice of Public Meeting](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting-5/) - NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING LAZY LAKE LANDING COMMERCIAL APPLICATION The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 9:00 AM regarding the commercial application for Lazy Lake Landing. The meeting will be held at GRDA’s Ecosystems & Education Center, 420 E Hwy 28, Langley, OK 74350. The - [Floodwater release bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin/) - At 12PM on Friday, May 20: Grand Lake elevation was 745.14 feet. Daily target elevation for May 20 is 743.27 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) east floodgate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 194 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online - [GRDA offer not entertained by NE Electric Trustee Board](https://grda.com/grda-offer-not-entertained-by-ne-electric-trustee-board/) - Vinita – An offer by the Grand River Dam Authority, which could continue its longstanding partnership with Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, was not entertained by the cooperative’s board of trustees. GRDA Board Chairman Ed Townsend, Director Pete Churchwell and Chief Executive Officer Dan Sullivan were prepared to make the offer during a meeting of the - [Fuses, breakers, and electric circuits …](https://grda.com/fuses-breakers-and-electric-circuits/) - 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 all month long. This week we want to share some information about some electric components that can be found in every residence: fuses - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-43/) - At 1:30 pm on Saturday, March 25: Grand Lake elevation was 745.96 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 3,568 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,350 - [GRDA, WFEC extend longstanding beneficial partnership through PPA](https://grda.com/grda-wfec-extend-longstanding-beneficial-partnership-through-ppa/) - Two Oklahoma electric utilities that have partnered to help provide abundant electricity to rural communities and cooperatives for decades are extending that partnership for years to come. In January, Western Farmers Electric Cooperative (WFEC) and the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) announced that a power purchase agreement (PPA) between the entities, which first began 40 - [Notice To The Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-23/) - [GRDA honored with Outstanding Stewards of America’s Waters Award](https://grda.com/grda-honored-with-outstanding-stewards-of-americas-waters-award/) - The Grand River Dam Authority’s Guard the Grand Watershed Conservation Program, established in 2021 to help improve the Grand River Watershed’s water quality through science, education, and outreach, is the 2022 recipient of the National Hydropower Association (NHA) Outstanding Stewards of America’s Waters (OSAW) Award. GRDA received the award at NHA’s Clean Currents 2022 conference - [Tulsa’s Sublett is new GRDA Board Chair](https://grda.com/tulsas-sublett-is-new-grda-board-chair/) - Charles Sublett (Tulsa) will lead the Grand River Dam Authority Board of Directors as chairman over the next 12 months. Sublett began his tenure at the board’s September 7 meeting in Langley and succeeds outgoing Chairman Dwayne Elam (Wagoner). Michael Westbrock (Tulsa) will serve as chair-elect during that period. Sublett was appointed to the GRDA - [Construction work to temporarily close passage area beneath Bernice Bridge](https://grda.com/construction-work-to-temporarily-close-passage-area-beneath-bernice-bridge/) - The ongoing construction of the new Highway 85A bridge over the Horse Creek arm of Grand Lake in Bernice has progressed to a point where temporary restrictions will be put in place to accommodate the next phase of work.According to GRDA Police, contractors have been able to complete much of the new bridge pier installation - [Proud to partner with Oklahoma communities](https://grda.com/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 - [Update on Ketchum Cove BGA bloom, GRDA continues monitoring waters](https://grda.com/update-on-ketchum-cove-bga-bloom-grda-continues-monitoring-waters/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is reporting that its most recent monitoring of a confirmed blue green algae (BGA) bloom in Grand Lake’s Ketchum Cove shows that the bloom, present from near the Hammerhead Marina boat ramp to near Colony Cove, has decreased both in size and in toxicity levels in some portions. However, GRDA - [GRDA Police share special July 4 rules for Duck Creek](https://grda.com/grda-police-share-special-july-4-rules-for-duck-creek/) - For many lake enthusiasts, the July 4th holiday marks the high point of the summer season on Oklahoma’s water playgrounds. The Grand River Dam Authority’s Grand and Hudson lakes are certainly no exception, as large crowds are expected to hit the water for boating, swimming, skiing, tubing, cruising or simply relaxing along the shore. With - [Cool and efficient in summer temps](https://grda.com/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 - [GRDA Police announce temporary closure of Wolf Creek](https://grda.com/grda-police-announce-temporary-closure-of-wolf-creek-2/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is announcing that it will be closing portions of the Wolf Creek arm of Grand Lake, as well as the Wolf Creek boat ramp to help facilitate the 10th annual Thunder on Wolf Creek racing event, Friday June 10th through Sunday June 12th in Grove. Racing will take - [GRDA’s Riverology 101 returning in July](https://grda.com/grdas-riverology-101-returning-in-july/) - Summer workshop for area teachers, environmental educators … registration period extended. The Grand River Dam Authority’s unique summer workshop for area teachers and environmental educators is set to return in 2022. The workshop – Riverology 101 – brings together a diverse group of water quality, water management, and conservation and education professionals for three full days of - [More about surge protection](https://grda.com/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 - [GRDA Police urge extra caution for boaters near Kerr Dam](https://grda.com/grda-police-urge-extra-caution-for-boaters-near-kerr-dam/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reporting that the cable holding warning buoys across the floodgate openings at Robert S. Kerr Dam is currently broken. Due to this, GRDA police is saying it is critically important that any watercraft on Lake Hudson stay well clear of the dam and that area of the - [Saving daylight and saving energy](https://grda.com/saving-daylight-and-saving-energy-2/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Energy Center. On Sunday, March 13 daylight saving time will begin in Oklahoma. As a result, we will 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. - [GRDA Board approves 2022 budget](https://grda.com/grda-board-approves-2022-budget/) - For the sixth straight year, the Grand River Dam Authority has approved a budget that includes no rate increases over the next 12 months. The GRDA Board of Directors approved the 2022 budget at its December 14 meeting in Tulsa. GRDA plans to keep base rates level by continuing to pursue greater efficiencies in all - [GRDA confirms fire in generating unit](https://grda.com/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 - [Lakes-area septic repair/replace program seeing](https://grda.com/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 - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-25/) - At 3PM on Tuesday, July 20: Grand Lake elevation was 745.58 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 24,951 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,022 cfs - [GRDA Reminder: Registration for controlled hunts closes July 31](https://grda.com/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 - [Due to broken buoy line at dam, GRDA Police advising extra caution on Lake Hudson](https://grda.com/due-to-broken-buoy-line-at-dam-grda-police-advising-extra-caution-on-lake-hudson/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reporting that the cable which holds the warning buoys in place across the floodgate openings at Robert S. Kerr Dam (Lake Hudson) near Locust Grove broke loose on Friday morning, July 2. Due to this, it is critically important that any watercraft on Lake Hudson stay well - [GRDA recommends blue green algae (BGA) advisory remain in place for Grand Lake’s Horse Creek area](https://grda.com/grda-recommends-blue-green-algae-bga-advisory-remain-in-place-for-grand-lakes-horse-creek-area/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is reporting that its most recent monitoring has confirmed there continues to be the presence of a blue green algae (BGA) bloom in Grand Lake’s Horse Creek area. Due to the current conditions, GRDA continues to advise the public to use extra precaution in this area of the lake as - [GRDA continues monitoring blue green algae (BGA) bloom in Grand Lake’s Horse Creek area](https://grda.com/grda-continues-monitoring-blue-green-algae-bga-bloom-in-grand-lakes-horse-creek-area/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is reporting that its most recent monitoring has confirmed there continues to be the presence of a blue green algae (BGA) bloom in Grand Lake’s Horse Creek area. Due to the current conditions, GRDA continues to advise the public to use extra precaution in this area of the lake as - [Update on Horse Creek BGA bloom … GRDA continues monitoring](https://grda.com/update-on-horse-creek-bga-bloom-grda-continues-monitoring/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is reporting that its most recent monitoring of a confirmed blue green algae (BGA) bloom in Grand Lake’s Horse Creek shows that, while the bloom has decreased in size, its toxin levels have increased. Due to that, GRDA continues to advise the public to use extra precaution in this area - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-12/) - [Duck Creek ramp replacement project on Grand Lake now complete](https://grda.com/duck-creek-ramp-replacement-project-on-grand-lake-now-complete/) - The Grand River Dam Authority wants to let the public know that the Duck Creek ramp replacement on Grand Lake is now complete and is open to the public. The ramp replacement at the GRDA hangar, near Red Arrow should be completed tomorrow, Thursday, April 22. GRDA appreciated the public’s cooperation while this work was - [2021 Riverology 101 Workshop](https://grda.com/2021-riverology-101-workshop/) - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-energy-emergency-alert-eea-declaration-2/) - GRDA was notified earlier this morning that the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) would be removing its Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) and downgrading to a conservative operations status. The entire SPP footprint will remain in conservative operations status until 10PM on Saturday, February 20. Under conservative operations, GRDA will continue to maintain a heightened sense of - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 1 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-energy-emergency-alert-eea-level-1-declaration/) - At 6:25PM, the Southwest Power Pool declared an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 1, meaning all available generation resources in its 14-state balancing authority area are committed to meet forecasted electricity demand. SPP had previously declared a period of conservative operations lasting until Saturday, Feb. 20 at 10:00 p.m. indicating that due to extreme weather, - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-energy-emergency-alert-eea-declaration/) - GRDA was notified earlier this morning that at 9:30AM the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) would be removing its Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) and downgrading to a conservative operations status. The entire SPP footprint will remain in conservative operations status until 10PM on Saturday, February 20. Under conservative operations, GRDA will continue to maintain a heightened - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-energy-emergency-alert-eea-level-2-declaration-3/) - At approximately 6:20PM, the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) declared a return to an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2. An EEA Level 2 requires SPP to direct its member utilities to issue public conservation appeals. This EEA2 alert will remain in effect until further notice to mitigate the risk of more widespread and longer-lasting outages. - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool (SPP) Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) 1 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-spp-energy-emergency-alert-eea-1-declaration-2/) - At 1:15PM today (February 17), the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) declared a return to an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 1, which indicates a return to more normal operations on the electric system. We do not have any interruptions of service on the GRDA system, and we do not anticipate we will see additional interruptions - [GRDA discharge at Grand, Hudson- February 17 2 PM update](https://grda.com/grda-discharge-at-grand-hudson-february-17-2-pm-update/) - In response to a directive from the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the Grand River Dam Authority begun added discharge of the Grand Lake conservation pool yesterday, Tuesday, February 16. This action was intended to provide for additional electric generation in the SPP footprint during this time of extreme and ongoing winter weather conditions. GRDA has - [GRDA discharge at Grand, Hudson- February 17 1 PM update](https://grda.com/grda-discharge-at-grand-hudson-february-17-1-pm-update/) - Updated discharge conditions, Wednesday, February 17, 1 PM: In response to a directive from the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the Grand River Dam Authority begun added discharge of the Grand Lake conservation pool yesterday, Tuesday, February 16. This action was intended to provide for additional electric generation in the SPP footprint during this time of - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-energy-emergency-alert-eea-level-2-declaration-2/) - At approximately 6:30PM, the Grand River Dam Authority received notification that the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) would be declaring an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2 effective immediately. An EEA Level 2 requires SPP to direct its member utilities to issue public conservation appeals. This EEA2 alert will remain in effect until further notice to - [GRDA discharge at Grand, Hudson- February 16 3 PM update](https://grda.com/grda-discharge-at-grand-hudson-february-16-3-pm-update/) - Updated discharge conditions, Tuesday February 16, 3 PM: In response to a directive from the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the Grand River Dam Authority has begun added discharge of the Grand Lake conservation pool today, Tuesday February 16. This action is intended to provide for additional electric generation in the SPP footprint during this time - [GRDA discharge at Grand, Hudson- February 16 2 PM update](https://grda.com/grda-discharge-at-grand-hudson-february-16-2-pm-update/) - Updated discharge conditions, Tuesday February 16, 2pm: In response to a directive from the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the Grand River Dam Authority has begun added discharge of the Grand Lake conservation pool today, Tuesday, February 16. This action is intended to provide for additional electric generation in the SPP footprint during this time of - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool (SPP) Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) 1 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-spp-energy-emergency-alert-eea-1-declaration/) - At approximately 12:30PM today (February 16), the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) declared a return to an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 1, which indicates a return to more normal operations on the electric system. As stated earlier, we do not have any interruptions of service on the GRDA system, and we do not anticipate we - [GRDA to discharge at Grand, Hudson](https://grda.com/grda-to-discharge-at-grand-hudson/) - In response to a directive from the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the electric balancing market for a 17-state region, the Grand River Dam Authority has begun added discharge of the Grand Lake conservation pool today, Tuesday February 16. It is anticipated that the elevation of Grand Lake will drop to 740 feet and perhaps further - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool (SPP) return to Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-spp-return-to-energy-emergency-alert-eea-level-2-declaration/) - At approximately 11:30AM this morning, the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) declared a return to an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 2. At this time, we do not have any interruptions of service on the GRDA system and we do not anticipate we will see additional interruptions of service during the day. However, the possibility of - [GRDA Statement on Southwest Power Pool (SPP) Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 3 Declaration](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-southwest-power-pool-spp-energy-emergency-alert-eea-level-3-declaration/) - This morning the Grand River Dam Authority received notification that the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the electric balancing market for a 17-state region, was declaring an Energy Emergency Alert (EEA) Level 3. Under the EEA Level 3 declaration, SPP must utilize operating reserves below the required minimum or ask its member utilities to implement controlled - [GRDA Statement on Imminent Coordinated Interruption of Service Directive](https://grda.com/grda-statement-on-imminent-coordinated-interruption-of-service-directive/) - The Grand River Dam Authority just received notification that the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), the electric balancing market for a 17-state region, would be ordering members to implement coordinated interruptions to service. This follows on the heels of SPP’s earlier EEA Level 3 declaration. Alert Level 3 is the highest alert level that SPP uses in a situation of energy shortage. GRDA - [Statement from GRDA President/CEO Dan Sullivan](https://grda.com/statement-from-grda-ceo-dan-sullivan/) - No announcements or emergency declarations have been made that would require any reduction of electricity delivery to any GRDA customer at this time. GRDA is always mindful of maintaining grid stability and reliability. Out of an abundance of caution, GRDA reached out to its industrial and municipal customers in an effort to highlight the difficulties - [GRDA to repair, replace two Grand Lake ramps](https://grda.com/grda-to-repair-replace-two-grand-lake-ramps/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is advising the public that it will temporarily close two Grand Lake public boat ramps, in order to complete replacement of the ramps. The ramp located at the Cleora Mud Flats area will be closed from January 5 through January 26. Additionally, the public ramp located at the Duck Creek - [GRDA protecting eagle nesting area below Pensacola Dam](https://grda.com/grda-protecting-eagle-nesting-area-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 also did in 2020. The area will be marked by signage, advising the public of the nest and that disturbing it is - [GRDA Board approves 2021 budget](https://grda.com/grda-board-approves-2021-budget/) - The Grand River Dam Authority’s 2021 operating budget, highlighted by strong debt service coverage and continued healthy cash reserves was approved by the GRDA Board of Directors at its December 9 meeting in Tulsa. GRDA’s goals for the 2021 budget were to maintain base rates while utilizing cash reserves as efficiently as possible. While - [RFI 42331](https://grda.com/rfi-42331/) - This RFI is due February 1, 2021 at 4:45 PM Central Time. All questions concerning the RFI should be directed in writing to Monica Fowler at monica.fowler@grda.com by no later than 5:00 pm CT on January 15, 2021. Any responses will be provided in writing to all prospective responders by no later than 5:00 pm - [GRDA Police announce temporary closure of Wolf Creek](https://grda.com/grda-police-announce-temporary-closure-of-wolf-creek/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is announcing that portions of the Wolf Creek arm of Grand Lake, as well as the Wolf Creek boat ramp will be closed during the Southern Drag Boat Association (SDBA) Wolf Creek Nationals event that will be held October 23 through 25. However, during this time, homeowners will - [Temporary navigation controls for Aug. 1 Duck Creek event](https://grda.com/temporary-navigation-controls-for-aug-1-duck-creek-event/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department will be implementing temporary navigation controls in the Duck Creek arm of Grand Lake on Saturday, August 1 for a special event. The Harbors View Raft Out on-water concert will be held from 1 to 5 PM in front of the Harbors View Marina, on the north end - [Working together to preserve a Grand view](https://grda.com/working-together-to-preserve-a-grand-view/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. The windows lining one side of the Grand River Dam Authority’s water research laboratory actually look out onto the waters of Grand Lake. That is fitting, considering the purpose of the lab. Created in 1935 to be a “conservation and reclamation district” for - [Recognizing “Lakes Appreciation Month”](https://grda.com/recognizing-lakes-appreciation-month/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. July is recognized as “Lakes Appreciation Month” and the Grand River Dam Authority is proud to join in celebrating the important roles lakes play in our everyday lives. For water supplies, flood control, recreation, hydroelectricity and other uses, thousands of Oklahomans depend on - [Electrical safety for pools and spas](https://grda.com/electrical-safety-for-pools-and-spas/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Hot weather and summer schedules usually means that many of us are spending more time poolside or in the spa this time of year. If that is the case with you, here are a few pool and spa electrical safety tips you should - [Registration still open for controlled fall hunts](https://grda.com/registration-still-open-for-controlled-fall-hunts/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is reminding prospective hunters that there is still time to register for fall controlled hunts on GRDA property in Ottawa County. Registration, which can be done online, is open through July 31. Those interested in the hunts can access the online registration at www.grda.com/ecosystems-watershed-management. This page allows users to sign - [Notice of Public Meeting](https://grda.com/notice-of-public-meeting/) - [GRDA Police remind visitors to boat and float safe, smart and sober](https://grda.com/grda-police-remind-visitors-to-boat-and-float-safe-smart-and-sober/) - Whether your July 4 weekend plans are to head to Grand Lake, Lake Hudson or the Illinois River, the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reminding you to boat and float, safe, smart and sober. While visitors are encourage to practice safe social distancing, they are also encouraged to practice safety on the water - [GRDA Police remind boaters of special July 4 Duck Creek rules](https://grda.com/grda-police-remind-boaters-of-special-july-4-duck-creek-rules/) - 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 - [Benefiting Oklahoma, on water and land](https://grda.com/benefiting-oklahoma-on-water-and-land/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. This time of year, the officers of the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department spend a fair amount of time in the boat. In fact, if you have been on the waters of Grand or Hudson lakes or the Illinois River this summer, - [Revisiting Holway Reservoir](https://grda.com/revisiting-holway-reservoir/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. Located in the hills southeast of Salina, Oklahoma, the Grand River Dam Authority’s W.R. Holway Reservoir is a bit off the beaten path. Resting high above the Grand River valley, in a place where the river never flowed, the reservoir does not always - [GRDA encourages area residents to be Guardians of the Grand](https://grda.com/grda-encourages-area-residents-to-be-guardians-of-the-grand/) - The Grand River Dam Authority’s Ecosystems and Watershed Management Department is excited to introduce the Guard the Grand Watershed Conservation Program. Through several workshops, planned for July and August, it will be rolling out the program to the public. The purpose of the program is to inform area residents on issues surrounding the Grand - [GRDA offering free workshops for educators in watershed](https://grda.com/grda-offering-free-workshops-for-educators-in-watershed/) - The Grand River Dam Authority is hosting two one-day workshops for teachers in the Grand Lake watershed on Monday, July 20 and Wednesday, July 22 at the Ecosystems and Education Center in Langley. The main audience for the workshops is fourth grade teachers; however, any teacher in one of the schools located within the Grand - [Hungry for work in 1937](https://grda.com/hungry-for-work-in-1937/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. As we continue to celebrate Pensacola Dam’s 80 years of service to Oklahoma, we are exploring the many different stories surrounding the dam, Grand Lake and those who helped to make it all. This week, we take a closer look at the important - [Cool and efficient](https://grda.com/cool-and-efficient/) - Power for Progress... a weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority. If early June temperatures are any indication of what is ahead, we may be in for a hot summer in Oklahoma. If that is the case, plenty of us will be relying on electricity to help keep our homes cool. With that in - [Notice to the Public](https://grda.com/notice-to-the-public-6/) - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-112/) - At 10 AM on Monday, June 8: Grand Lake elevation was 744.83 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 89 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 12,587 - [Thunder Races Close Part of Wolf Creek](https://grda.com/thunder-races-close-part-of-wolf-creek/) - The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department will be closing portions of the Wolf Creek arm of Grand Lake, as well as the Wolf Creek boat ramp during the 8th annual Thunder on Wolf Creek racing event held by the Oklahoma Boat Racing Association that will occur June 12th through June 14th in Grove. Racing - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-111/) - At 1 PM on Thursday, June 4: Grand Lake elevation was 745.15 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 4,380 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 10,507 - [GRDA opens registration period for controlled fall hunts](https://grda.com/grda-opens-registration-period-for-controlled-fall-hunts/) - As it opens up some of its Ottawa County property for controlled hunts this coming fall, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that the public can now register for those hunts online. That registration period will run from June 1 through July 31. Prospective hunters can access the online registration at www.grda.com/ecosystems-watershed-management. This page - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-110/) - At 1 PM on Tuesday, June 2: Grand Lake elevation was 745.83 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 11,990 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-109/) - At noon on Friday, May 29: Grand Lake elevation was 748.72 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 43,116 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-108/) - At 10 AM on Tuesday, May 26: Grand Lake elevation was 745.79 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 30,624 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-107/) - At 11:30 AM on Sunday, May 24: Grand Lake elevation was 745.73 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 30,402 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-106/) - At 5:30 PM on Saturday, May 23: Grand Lake elevation was 745.56 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 29,722 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-105/) - At 6 PM on Friday, May 22: Grand Lake elevation was 745.22 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 20,498 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-104/) - At 11 AM on Wednesday, May 20: Grand Lake elevation was 745.71 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate and one (1) east spillway gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 10,110 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-103/) - At 1 PM on Tuesday, May 19: Grand Lake elevation was 746.73 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates and one (1) east spillway gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 30,066 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-101/) - At 10 AM on Sunday, May 17: Grand Lake elevation was 747.59 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 40,360 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,909 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-100/) - At 7:15 PM on Wednesday, May 13: Grand Lake elevation was 745.89 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 34,304 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,458 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-99/) - At 4 PM on Tuesday, May 12: Grand Lake elevation was 744.67 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 15,118 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,534 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-98/) - At 3 PM on Thursday, May 7: Grand Lake elevation was 745.05 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate and one (1) east spillway gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 819 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-97/) - At 12:30 PM on Monday, May 4: Grand Lake elevation was 745.59 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate and one (1) east spillway gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 9,962 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at - [GRDA cancelling 2020 Riverology 101 Educator Workshop and May 9 Rush For Brush Workshop](https://grda.com/grda-cancelling-2020-riverology-101-educator-workshop/) - Due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and educators’ primary focus being on distance learning, the Grand River Dam Authority has made the decision to cancel this year’s Riverology 101 Educator Workshop, originally scheduled June 17-19 at GRDA’s Ecosystems and Education Center in Langley. Additionally, GRDA’s Rush For Brush Workshop, originally scheduled for this Saturday, May - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-96/) - At 3 PM on Friday, May 1: Grand Lake elevation was 745.34 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 649 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,210 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-95/) - At 11 AM on Thursday, April 30: Grand Lake elevation was 745.89 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates and one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 17,386 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-94/) - At 4:30 PM on Tuesday, April 28: Grand Lake elevation was 745.18 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 3,779 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority shares boating safety tips and outlines social distancing protocol](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-shares-boating-safety-tips-and-outlines-social-distancing-protocol/) - GRDA Police are enforcing COVID-19 executive order. The Grand River Dam Authority is reminding the public that social distancing guidelines, set forth in Gov. Kevin Stitt’s “Safer At Home” executive order, also apply on the waters of Grand Lake, Lake Hudson and the Illinois River. “Public access areas around GRDA’s lakes and along the Illinois - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-93/) - At 10:45 AM on Sunday, April 26: Grand Lake elevation was 745.79 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates and one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 17,899 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-92/) - At 2:30 PM on Saturday, April 25: Grand Lake elevation was 745.13 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 8.895 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 11,145 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-91/) - At 10AM on Friday, April 3: Grand Lake elevation was 744.83 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 178 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,634 cfs - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-90/) - At 1PM on Wednesday, April 1: Grand Lake elevation was 745.21 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate and four (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 6,577 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [GRDA cancelling April 25 Safe Boating Course](https://grda.com/grda-cancelling-april-25-safe-boating-course/) - Due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the Grand River Dam Authority is cancelling the Kyle Williams Boating Safety Course, originally scheduled for Saturday, April 25 in Langley. In addition, the GRDA Police Department’s other public information and education programs are also currently suspended, due to the current state of emergency in Oklahoma. More information on - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-89/) - At 12PM on Tuesday, March 31: Grand Lake elevation was 745.70 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gates and four (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 14,241 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-88/) - At 11AM on Sunday, March 29: Grand Lake elevation was 746.69 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gates and four (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 16,917 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-87/) - At 11AM on Friday, March 27: Grand Lake elevation was 747.76 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate and four (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 19,897 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-86/) - At 2PM on Wednesday, March 25: Grand Lake elevation was 747.71 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates and one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 23,176 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-85/) - At 10AM on Tuesday, March 24: Grand Lake elevation was 746.94 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates and one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 21,264 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-84/) - At 3PM on Monday, March 23: Grand Lake elevation was 746.91 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates and one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 21,198 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-2/) - At 10AM on Monday, March 23: Grand Lake elevation was 746.95 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 35,487 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-83/) - At 10AM on Sunday, March 22: Grand Lake elevation was 747.99 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates and five (5) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 56,440 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-82/) - At 1PM on Friday, March 20: Grand Lake elevation was 747.46 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates and five (5) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 52,990 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-81/) - At 4PM on Thursday, March 19: Grand Lake elevation was 746.10 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates and six (6) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 54,910 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-80/) - At 2PM on Wednesday, March 18: Grand Lake elevation was 745.66 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates and seven (7) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 36,800 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-79/) - At 2 PM on Thursday, March 12: Grand Lake elevation was 744.11 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 3,549 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,845 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-78/) - At 3 PM on Friday, February 28: Grand Lake elevation was 744.99 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 626 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,680 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-77/) - At 1:30 PM on Thursday, February 27: Grand Lake elevation was 745.53 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 12,248 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse, releasing 13,724 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-76/) - At 11 AM on Wednesday, February 26: Grand Lake elevation was 744.16 feet. Daily target elevation for February 26 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 571 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-75/) - At 2 PM on Tuesday, February 25: Grand Lake elevation was 743.56 feet. Daily target elevation for February 25 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 13,874 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-74/) - At 5 PM on Thursday, February 13: Grand Lake elevation was 744.07 feet. Daily target elevation for February 13 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 9,036 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-73/) - At 10 AM on Tuesday, January 28: Grand Lake elevation was 744.93 feet. Daily target elevation for January 28 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main and one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 805 cubic feet per second (cfs) of - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-72/) - At 10 AM on Monday, January 27: Grand Lake elevation was 745.35 feet. Daily target elevation for January 27 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main and four (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 9,410 cubic feet per second (cfs) of - [GRDA Police offer winter boating reminders](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-winter-boating-reminders/) - A Saturday afternoon incident on Grand Lake is prompting the Grand River Dam Authority Police Department to remind the public of important winter boating safety measures. While trying to load a boat onto a trailer at the Twin Bridges State Park ramp on Grand Lake, an individual lost control of the boat, which ended up - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-71/) - At 4:30 PM on Friday, January 24: Grand Lake elevation was 745.25 feet. Daily target elevation for January 24 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main and one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 743 cubic feet per second (cfs) of - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-70/) - At 12 PM on Tuesday, January 21: Grand Lake elevation was 745.10 feet. Daily target elevation for January 21 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 633 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-69/) - At 10 AM on Monday, January 20: Grand Lake elevation was 745.66 feet. Daily target elevation for January 20 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 21,128 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-68/) - At 5 PM on Saturday, January 18: Grand Lake elevation was 746.09 feet. Daily target elevation for January 18 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 32,520 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority/) - At 3 PM on Thursday, January 16: Grand Lake elevation was 745.05 feet. Daily target elevation for January 16 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 3,150 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-67/) - At 10:30 AM on Wednesday, January 15: Grand Lake elevation was 745 feet. Daily target elevation for January 15 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 313 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-66/) - At 3 PM on Tuesday, January 14: Grand Lake elevation was 744.85 feet. Daily target elevation for January 14 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 618 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-65/) - At 1PM on Tuesday, January 14: Grand Lake elevation was 744.82 feet. Daily target elevation for January 14 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 615 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-64/) - At 10AM on Monday, January 13: Grand Lake elevation was 745.43 feet. Daily target elevation for January 13 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 39,649 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units were - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-63/) - At 4PM on Saturday, January 11: • Grand Lake elevation was 743.76 feet. Daily target elevation for January 11 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 33,009 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-5/) - A1 stable … Moody’s affirms GRDA credit rating A “diverse and competitively priced resource mix” as well as long-term customer contracts and rate setting ability are among the key reasons why Moody’s Investors Service has recently affirmed its A1 credit rating, with a stable outlook, for the Grand River Dam Authority. Moody’s issued its opinion - [GRDA Power For Progress Column November 18, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-november-18-2019/) - Kitchen safety tips for the holiday season Ready or not, the 2019 Holiday Season is upon us. With less than two weeks until Thanksgiving’s arrival, many folks are already planning for the big feast. Of course, that will likely mean extra time in the kitchen, as many are working to prepare the turkey and all - [GRDA Power For Progress Column November 12, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-november-12-2019/) - Coming together to help the community Thursday, November 7, was an important day at the Grand River Dam Authority. It was the day the “best of the best” was chosen, all while raising money for good causes. In conjunction with the November board meeting, it was the day GRDA’s State Charitable Campaign (SCC) group held - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-62/) - At 1 PM on Tuesday, November 12: • Grand Lake elevation was 744.91 feet. Daily target elevation for November 12 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 621 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release: Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-floodwater-release-bulletin-4/) - At 9:30 AM on Friday, November 8: • Grand Lake elevation was 746.39 feet. Daily target elevation for November 8 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,553 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [Grand River Dam Authority: Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-61/) - At 12:30PM on Thursday, November 7: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.62’. Daily target elevation for November 7 is 742’. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,014 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • Six (6) units - [GRDA Power For Progress Column November 5, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-november-5-2019/) - Boating and floating safety tips for the fall season It is typical practice to share boating safety and lifejacket tips in the spring and summer months, during the midst of the busy boating and floating season on Grand River Dam Authority lakes and the Illinois River. However, ask around and you may find that many - [Updated - Grand River Dam Authority News Release: Careers In Energy Week](https://grda.com/updated-grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-careers-in-energy-week/) - Careers in Energy Week … Recognizing Oklahoma energy careers, tomorrow’s workforce The Grand River Dam Authority is joining Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt and other utilities across the state in recognizing October 28 – November 1 as “Careers in Energy Week” in Oklahoma. Governor Stitt signed the official proclamation on October 22. “We are happy to - [GRDA Power For Progress Column Oct 29, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-oct-29-2019/) - GRDA Department Spotlight: GREC E/I&C In order for the Grand River Dam Authority to maintain its reputation for producing and delivering abundant and reliable electricity across Oklahoma, it takes a team of dedicated and skilled employees and departments working at a variety of tasks all across the Authority. One of those departments is the Grand - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-60/) - At 10 AM on Wednesday, October 30: Grand Lake elevation was 745.05 feet. Daily target elevation for October 30 is 742 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 7,876 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. Five (5) units - [GRDA Power For Progress Column October 21, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-october-21-2019/) - Revisiting Robert S. Kerr Dam… Five years ago, in mid-October of 2014, the Grand River Dam Authority celebrated a milestone at its Robert S. Kerr Dam hydroelectric facility. On October 17, 2014, the dam turned 50 years old and GRDA marked its half a century of service to Oklahoma with a special celebration at the - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-4/) - A+ and stable… GRDA credit rating affirmed by Fitch The Grand River Dam Authority’s “continued strong financial performance and its very low operating costs” were among the key reasons that led Fitch Ratings to affirms GRDA’s A+ stable rating on Monday, October 14. Additionally, the rating agency noted that GRDA’s “very low rate anchors its - [GRDA Power For Progress Column October 14, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-october-14-2019/) - Generating Public Power Although the Grand River Dam Authority’s generation facilities are located primarily in Northeast Oklahoma, the positive impact of the abundant, reliable electric power produced at these facilities has a positive impact that ripples all across the state. In some areas, that impact is very easy to see. It is measured by tourism - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-3/) - Supporting education and training … GRDA recognized as “Champion in Workforce Development” For the second time in three years, the Grand River Dam Authority has been recognized for its support of workforce development by the MidAmerica Industrial Park. On Thursday, October 3, GRDA was presented with the “Champion in Workforce Development” Award during the “Manufacturing - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release: Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-floodwater-release-bulletin-3/) - At 8:30AM on Thursday, October 17: • Grand Lake elevation was 744.99 feet. Daily target elevation for October 17 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 313 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • Six (6) - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-59/) - At 10:30 AM on Tuesday, October 15: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.91 feet. Daily target elevation for October 15 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,905 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-58/) - At 11 AM on Monday, October 14: • Grand Lake elevation was 746.60 feet. Daily target elevation for October 14 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 12,834 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • Six - [GRDA Power For Progress Column Oct 8, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-oct-8-2019/) - Electric safety for the changing seasons Both the calendar and the temperatures seem to finally be in agreement that the fall season has arrived. Because of that, many of us are in a transition period of sorts, as we may be storing away some of our summer tools or electric devices and shifting our focus - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-57/) - At 3:30 PM on Tuesday, October 8: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.33 feet. Daily target elevation for October 8 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 649 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-56/) - At 10 AM on Tuesday, October 8: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.45 feet. Daily target elevation for October 8 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 12,478 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-55/) - At 3 PM on Monday, October 7: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.79 feet. Daily target elevation for October 7 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 12,908 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-54/) - At 10:30 AM on Monday, October 7: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.71 feet. Daily target elevation for October 7 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 12,808 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [GRDA Power For Progress Column October 1, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-october-1-2019/) - Wrapping up the rodeo The Oklahoma men and women who maintain the power lines for our state’s publicly-owned electric utilities came together in Ponca City in late September (25th and 26th) for two days of competition and comradery. Most importantly though, they came together for the sake of safety education. The event was the 2019 - [GRDA News Release: Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grda-news-release-floodwater-release-bulletin-3/) - At 10AM on Friday, September 27: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.36. Target elevation for September 27 is 742.21 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 12,689 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • Six (6) units - [GRDA News Release: Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grda-news-release-floodwater-release-bulletin-2/) - At 10:30AM on Thursday, September 26: • Grand Lake elevation was 746 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates and one (1) east gate were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 22,188 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • Six (6) units were online - [GRDA News Release: Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grda-news-release-floodwater-release-bulletin/) - At 1:30 PM on Wednesday, September 25: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.65 feet. Daily target elevation for Sept. 25 is 742.36 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 13,067 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [GRDA Power For Progress Column September 23, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-september-23-2019/) - The benefits of public power … When municipalities from all across the state of Oklahoma came together last week for a conference in Tulsa, the Grand River Dam Authority was there to join them. The event was actually the Oklahoma Municipal League (OML) Annual Conference, a gathering of Oklahoma city and town officials and others - [GRDA Power For Progress Column September 16, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-september-16-2019/) - Department Spotlight: GRDA Metering Department Like all other large electric utilities, the Grand River Dam Authority is sending a large amount of electricity across its high-voltage lines round-the-clock. That electricity flows from the source of production – a GRDA generation facility – to customers all across the system. Those customer use it to power homes, - [Grand River Dam Authority Power For Progress Column September 9, 2019](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-power-for-progress-column-september-9-2019/) - 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 – - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release: GRDA issues general vegetation management permit](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-grda-issues-general-vegetation-management-permit/) - To aid with storm cleanup around Grand Lake shoreline… GRDA issues general vegetation management permit Langley - Due to significant damage caused by thunderstorms on the evening of Monday, August 26, 2019, and the early morning hours of Tuesday, August 27, 2019, the Grand River Dam Authority is issuing a general vegetation management permit for - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-53/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 8/30/19 At 3 PM on Friday, August 30: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.75 feet. Daily target elevation for August 30 is 743 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release: Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-floodwater-release-bulletin-2/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 8/30/19 At 10:30AM on Friday, August 30: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.81 feet. Daily target elevation for August 30 is 743 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-52/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 08/29/19 At 11:30 AM on Thursday, August 29: • Grand Lake elevation was 746.40 feet. Daily target elevation for August 29 is 743 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRDA Power For Progress Column August 26, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-august-26-2019/) - GRDA Department spotlight: Relay While the power plants and high voltage electric transmission lines and substations are among the most visible images of the Grand River Dam Authority’s electric utility role, there is much going on throughout the system to ensure that reliable electricity moves from Point A to Point B. This week, we wanted - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-51/) - At 4:30 PM on Tuesday, August 27: • Grand Lake elevation was 747.39 feet. Daily target elevation for August 27 is 743 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 11,942 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-2/) - No current outages on GRDA system… GRDA begins repairs following storms The Grand River Dam Authority is making repairs to portions of its high voltage electric transmission system this morning after high winds and storms moved through Northeast Oklahoma Monday night (August 26), causing damage. A GRDA line northeast of Grove took the brunt of - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release/) - Drowning victim recovered from Illinois River The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reporting that a 67-year old male drowned in the Illinois River on Saturday morning, August 24. At approximately 10:18AM, GRDA Police, along with the Illinois River Fire Department and Northeastern Health System EMS responded to a water rescue near Diamondhead Landing - [Power For Progress Column August 19, 2019](https://grda.com/power-for-progress-column-august-19-2019/) - Supporting powerful education opportunities As the summer winds down and students, teachers and administrators return to classrooms all across the region, the Grand River Dam Authority will also be gearing up for another school year. In fact, a new academic calendar means new opportunities for the Authority to continue support of Oklahoma students at all - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release: Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-floodwater-release-bulletin/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 08/16/19 At Noon on Friday, August 16: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.42 feet. Daily target elevation for August 12 is 743 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-50/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 08/15/19 At 3 PM on Thursday, August 15: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.48 feet. Daily target elevation for August 15 is 743 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) east spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRDA Power For Progress Column August 13, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-august-13-2019/) - Power for Progress… A weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority Infrared technology helps catch possible problems early On a typical August afternoon in Oklahoma, it’s hard not to find a “hot spot” when the sun is beating down. However, a service the Grand River Dam Authority offers its electricity customers is helping to - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-49/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 08/13/19 At 1 PM on Tuesday, August 13: • Grand Lake elevation was 746.21 feet. Daily target elevation for August 13 is 743.14 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, seven (7) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin 08/12/19](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-08-12-19/) - At 2 PM on Monday, August 12: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.93 feet. Daily target elevation for August 12 is 743.21 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 688 cubic feet per second (cfs) of water. • - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release 8/11/19](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-8-11-19/) - Illinois River drowning victim identified The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reporting that the body of a male recovered from the waters of the Illinois River Saturday evening (August 10) was that of Dejuan Dewayne Mayberry (29, Tulsa). According to the police, Mayberry was floating with friends south of the Riverside Park area - [Grand River Dam Authority News Release 8/10/19](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-news-release-8-10-19/) - Body of drowning victim recovered from Illinois River The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reporting that the body of a male was recovered from the waters of the Illinois River Saturday evening (August 10). According to the police, the individual was floating with friends south of the Riverside Floats area on the Illinois - [GRDA Power for Progress Column August 5, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-august-5-2019/) - Power for Progress…A weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority Electric safety for the new semester Many area students return to the classroom this week or in the coming week. As that happens, families across Oklahoma are also moving back into their “school” routines and bidding goodbye to summer days. However, before we all - [GRDA Power For Progress Column July 29, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-july-29-2019/) - 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 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-48/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/25/19 At 12 PM on Thursday, July 25: • Grand Lake elevation was 746.68 feet. Daily target elevation for July 25 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-47/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/24/19 At 1 PM on Wednesday, July 24: • Grand Lake elevation was 746.75 feet. Daily target elevation for July 24 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRDA Power For Progress Column July 23, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-july-23-2019/) - Power for Progress… A weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority Maintaining reliability, mile by mile Summer time means mowing time for most of us across Oklahoma, and it’s certainly no different for the Grand River Dam Authority. However, one thing that is different is the amount of ground to cover. With over 1,200 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-46/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/23/19 At 10:30 AM on Tuesday, July 23: • Grand Lake elevation was 747.07 feet. Daily target elevation for July 23 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRAND RIVER DAM AUTHORITY FLOODWATER RELEASE BULLETIN](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-45/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/19/19 At 1 PM on Friday, July 19: • Grand Lake elevation was 748.39 feet. Daily target elevation for July 19 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-44/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/17/19 At 10 AM on Wednesday, July 17: • Grand Lake elevation was 749.39 feet. Daily target elevation for July 17 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-43/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/16/19 At 10:30 AM on Tuesday, July 16: • Grand Lake elevation was 749.88 feet. Daily target elevation for July 16 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-42/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/15/19 At 3:15 PM on Monday, July 15: • Grand Lake elevation was 750.27 feet. Daily target elevation for July 15 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRDA Power For Progress Column July 15, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-july-15-2019/) - Power for Progress… A weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority A closer look: 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 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-41/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/12/19 At 2:30 PM on Friday, July 12: • Grand Lake elevation was 750.53 feet. Daily target elevation for July 12 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRDA Floodwater Release Bulletin: July 12 2019](https://grda.com/grda-floodwater-release-bulletin-july-12-2019/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 7/12/19 At 12:30PM on Friday, July 12: • Grand Lake elevation was 750.53 feet. Daily target elevation for July 9 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-40/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/11/19 At 9 AM on Thursday, July 11: • Grand Lake elevation was 751.04 feet. Daily target elevation for July 11 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRDA Floodwater Release Update: 7/10/19](https://grda.com/grda-floodwater-release-update-7-10-19/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/10/19 At 11AM on Wednesday, July 10: • Grand Lake elevation was 751.741feet. Daily target elevation for July 8 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 16,628 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-39/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/09/19 At 11 AM on Tuesday, July 9: • Grand Lake elevation was 751.74 feet. Daily target elevation for July 9 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRDA Power For Progress Column July 8, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-july-8-2019/) - Power for Progress… A weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority A cool way to practice energy efficiency July in Oklahoma typically means high temperatures and this year’s forecast is following that path. While the weather outdoors is heating up, many of us are looking for ways to keep things cool indoors. That means - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-38/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/08/19 At 1:30 PM on Monday, July 8: • Grand Lake elevation was 751.77 feet. Daily target elevation for July 8 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-37/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/03/19 At 1 PM on Wednesday, July 3: Grand Lake elevation was 752.53 feet. Daily target elevation for July 3 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 11,070 cubic feet per second - [Float safe, smart and sober during holiday weekend](https://grda.com/float-safe-smart-and-sober-during-holiday-weekend/) - With water conditions expected to be in great shape for the upcoming July 4 holiday, many are planning a float trip to along the scenic Illinois River. If that is your plan, the Grand River Dam Authority welcomes you to the river to celebrate the holiday and reminds you to consult with your commercial float - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-36/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/02/19 At 11 AM on Tuesday, July 2: Grand Lake elevation was 752.65 feet. Daily target elevation for July 2 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,053 cubic feet per second - [Boating rules in place for Grand Lake’s Duck Creek](https://grda.com/boating-rules-in-place-for-grand-lakes-duck-creek/) - Langley - For many lake enthusiasts, the July 4th holiday marks the high point of the summer season on Oklahoma’s water playgrounds. The Grand River Dam Authority’s Grand and Hudson lakes are certainly no exception, as large crowds are expected to hit the water for boating, swimming, skiing, tubing, cruising or simply relaxing along the - [GRDA Police offer safe boating tips for July 4 holiday](https://grda.com/grda-police-offer-safe-boating-tips-for-july-4-holiday/) - Despite higher elevations, lakes are open, ready to welcome visitors … Following a May and June marked by historic, heavy rains across the region, the levels of both Grand Lake and Lake Hudson will be above normal elevations throughout the July 4th holiday. It is also likely that floodgates will be open through the holiday - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-35/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 07/01/19 At 10:30 AM on Monday, July 1: Grand Lake elevation was 752.76 feet. Daily target elevation for July 1 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 7,109 cubic feet per second - [GRDA reminds lake and river visitors to enjoy the water, practice safe swimming](https://grda.com/grda-reminds-lake-and-river-visitors-to-enjoy-the-water-practice-safe-swimming/) - Langley -- As we approach the July 4th holiday, both Grand and Hudson lakes, as well as the Illinois River, are open and ready to welcome visitors. Meanwhile, ahead of the holiday, the Grand River Dam Authority is reminding visitors to these waters to use common sense and take precautions if they plan to go swimming. - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-34/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/28/19 At 11:30 AM on Friday, June 28: Grand Lake elevation was 753.24 feet. Daily target elevation for June 28 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main spillway gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 12,258 cubic feet per second (cfs) - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-33/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/27/19 At 3:30 PM on Thursday, June 27: • Grand Lake elevation was 753.36 feet. Daily target elevation for June 27 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-32/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/27/19 At 2 PM on Thursday, June 27: • Grand Lake elevation was 753.40 feet. Daily target elevation for June 27 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-31/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/27/19 At 8:30 AM on Thursday, June 27: • Grand Lake elevation was 753.47 feet. Daily target elevation for June 27 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-30/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/26/19 At 4 PM on Wednesday, June 26: • Grand Lake elevation was 753.69 feet. Daily target elevation for June 26 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-29/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/26/19 At 2 PM on Wednesday, June 26: • Grand Lake elevation was 753.78 feet. Daily target elevation for June 26 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRDA Power For Progress Column June 24 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-june-24-2019/) - Power for Progress… A weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority A Grand view and a top priority The windows lining one side of the Grand River Dam Authority’s water research laboratory actually look out onto the waters of Grand Lake. That view is fitting, considering the purpose of the lab. Created - [GRDA Police release name of Illinois River weekend drowning victim](https://grda.com/grda-police-release-name-of-illinois-river-weekend-drowning-victim/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 6/26/19 GRDA Police release name of Illinois River weekend drowning victim Tahlequah – The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department has released the name of the man who drowned in the waters of the Illinois River on Saturday, June 22. According to GRDA Police, Robert Benson - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-28/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/26/19 At 10 AM on Wednesday, June 26: Grand Lake elevation was 753.84 feet. Daily target elevation for June 26 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main and one (1) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 47,703 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-27/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/25/19 At 11 AM on Tuesday, June 25: Grand Lake elevation was 754.56 feet. Daily target elevation for June 25 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main and one (1) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 66,556 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-26/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/25/19 At 8 AM on Tuesday, June 25: • Grand Lake elevation was 754.58 feet. Daily target elevation for June 25 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main and one (1) east spillway gates were - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-25/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/24/19 At 7 PM on Monday, June 24: Grand Lake elevation was 754.75 feet. Daily target elevation for June 24 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 87,042 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-24/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/24/19 At 10:30 AM on Monday, June 24: Grand Lake elevation was 754.92 feet. Daily target elevation for June 24 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main and four (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 105,358 cubic feet per - [GRDA Police: Man drowns in Illinois River](https://grda.com/grda-police-man-drowns-in-illinois-river/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 6/23/19 GRDA Police: Man drowns in Illinois River Tahlequah – The Grand River Dam Authority Police Department is reporting that a 25-year old male drowned in the waters of the Illinois River on Saturday, June 22. According to GRDA Police, the male, (name/residence unavailable) was pushing - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-23/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/23/19 At 4:30 PM on Sunday, June 23: Grand Lake elevation was 754.23 feet. Daily target elevation for June 23 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main and six (6) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 51,357 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-22/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/23/19 At 1 PM on Sunday, June 23: Grand Lake elevation was 753.84 feet. Daily target elevation for June 23 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main and three (3) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 31,776 cubic feet per - [GRDA opens up property for controlled hunts in the fall](https://grda.com/grda-opens-up-property-for-controlled-hunts-in-the-fall/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 6/20/19 Online registration now open … GRDA opens up property for controlled hunts in the fall As it opens up some of its Ottawa County property for controlled hunts this coming fall, the Grand River Dam Authority is announcing that the public can now register - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-21/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/20/19 At 4 PM on Thursday, June 20: Grand Lake elevation was 754.23 feet. Daily target elevation for June 20 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main and (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 36,244 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-20/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/20/19 At 8:30 AM on Thursday, June 20: Grand Lake elevation was 754.23 feet. Daily target elevation for June 20 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main and (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 36,244 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-19/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/19/19 At 10:30 AM on Wednesday, June 19: Grand Lake elevation was 754.21 feet. Daily target elevation for June 19 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main and (6) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 49,368 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-18/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/18/19 At 3 PM on Tuesday, June 18: Grand Lake elevation was 754.03 feet. Daily target elevation for June 18 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, six (6) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 35,543 cubic feet per second (cfs) of - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-17/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/18/19 At 10 AM on Tuesday, June 18: Grand Lake elevation was 753.94 feet. Daily target elevation for June 18 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 31,090 cubic feet per second (cfs) of - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-16/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/18/19 At 8 AM on Tuesday, June 18: Grand Lake elevation was 753.89 feet. Daily target elevation for June 18 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 22,747 cubic feet per second (cfs) of - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-15/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/17/19 At 2 PM on Monday, June 17: • Grand Lake elevation was 753.26 feet. Daily target elevation for June 17 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-14/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/17/19 At 8:30 AM on Monday, June 17: Grand Lake elevation was 753.08 feet. Daily target elevation for June 17 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 12,512 cubic feet per second (cfs) of - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-13/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/14/19 At 11 AM on Friday, June 14: Grand Lake elevation was 753.42 feet. Daily target elevation for June 14 is 744 feet. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse. Releases through generation totaled 13,672 cfs. Inflows into Grand Lake totaled 13,678 cfs. Lake Hudson elevation was 634.54 feet. - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-12/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/12/19 At 10 AM on Wednesday, June 12: Grand Lake elevation was 753.73 feet. Daily target elevation for June 12 is 744 feet. Six (6) units were online at the Pensacola Dam powerhouse. Releases through generation totaled 13,751 cfs. Inflows into Grand Lake totaled 14,638 cfs. Lake Hudson elevation was - [Grand River Dam Authority Power For Progress Column June 10 2019](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-power-for-progress-column-june-10-2019/) - Power for Progress… A weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority A reliable balancing act One of the interesting things about electricity is that it is the only real-time commodity bought and sold on the market. It most all cases, it is consumed as it is generated. Because of that, there is a delicate - [GRDA Floodwater Release Bulletin: June 7 2019 4PM](https://grda.com/grda-floodwater-release-bulletin-june-7-2019-4pm/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 6/7/19 At 4 PM on Friday, June 7: • Grand Lake elevation was 754.52 feet. Daily target elevation for June 6 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [GRDA Floodwater Release Bulletin: June 7, 2019, 10AM](https://grda.com/grda-floodwater-release-bulletin-june-7-2019-10am/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 6/7/19 At 10AM on Friday, June 7: • Grand Lake elevation was 754.53 feet. Daily target elevation for June 7 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 6,010 - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-10/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/06/19 At 4:30 PM on Thursday, June 6: • Grand Lake elevation was 754.51 feet. Daily target elevation for June 6 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-9/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/06/19 At 11 AM on Thursday, June 6: • Grand Lake elevation was 754.54 feet. Daily target elevation for June 6 is 744 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main and two (2) east spillway gates were - [GRDA reminds the public to stay safe around hydroelectric facilities](https://grda.com/grda-reminds-the-public-to-stay-safe-around-hydroelectric-facilities/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 5/2/19 GRDA reminds the public to stay safe around hydroelectric facilities With recent heavy rains in the Grand River watershed, along with floodgate operations at both Pensacola Dam (Grand Lake) and Robert S. Kerr Dam (Lake Hudson), the Grand River Dam Authority wants to remind the - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-8/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/04/19 At 11 AM on Tuesday, June 4: Grand Lake elevation was 754.76 feet. Daily target elevation for June 4 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, two (2) main and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 36,183 cubic feet - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-7/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/01/19 At 5 PM on Saturday, June 1: Grand Lake elevation was 754.35 feet. Daily target elevation for June 1 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 45,696 cubic feet - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-6/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 06/01/19 At 9 AM on Saturday, June 1: Grand Lake elevation was 754.27 feet. Daily target elevation for June 1 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, three (3) main and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 51,164 cubic feet - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-5/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 05/31/19 At 1:30 PM on Friday, May 31: Grand Lake elevation was 754.20 feet. Daily target elevation for May 31 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 60,365 cubic feet - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin-4/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 05/31/19 At 11AM on Friday, May 31: Grand Lake elevation was 754.17 feet. Daily target elevation for May 31 is 744 feet. At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, four (4) main and two (2) east spillway gates were open at Pensacola Dam, discharging​ 60,243 cubic feet per - [Grand River Dam Authority Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/grand-river-dam-authority-floodwater-release-bulletin/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 05/29/19 At 9:30 AM on Wednesday, May 29: • Grand Lake elevation was 754.29 feet. Daily target elevation for May 29 is 743.87 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, five (5) main and two (2) east spillway gates were - [GRDA advises Lake Hudson boaters to stay well clear of Kerr Dam](https://grda.com/grda-advises-lake-hudson-boaters-to-stay-well-clear-of-kerr-dam/) - [GRDA Floodwater Release Bulletin: May 22 2019, 1 PM](https://grda.com/grda-floodwater-release-bulletin-1-pm-may-22-2019/) - Grand River Dam Authority News Release For immediate release: 05/22/19 At 1PM on Wednesday, May 22: • Grand Lake elevation was 754.78 feet. Daily target elevation for May 22 is 743.40 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, seven (7) main and three (3) east spillway gates were open - [GRDA Power For Progress Column March 25, 2019](https://grda.com/grda-power-for-progress-column-march-25-2019/) - A weekly column from the Grand River Dam Authority GRDA and the benefits of hydroelectricity Since its beginning in 1935, the Grand River Dam Authority has been in the hydroelectricity business. After all, Pensacola Dam – Oklahoma’s first hydroelectric facility — was built to harness the waters of the Grand River, and the river has - [Floodwater Release Bulletin](https://grda.com/floodwater-release-bulletin-2/) - For Immediate Release: 3/18/19 At 9:30AM on Monday, March 18: • Grand Lake elevation was 745.40 feet. Daily target elevation for March 18 is 742 feet. • At the direction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, one (1) main gate was open at Pensacola Dam, discharging 8,167 cubic feet per second (cfs) of - [GRDA’s Our Borrowed Water film to show in Langley](https://grda.com/grdas-our-borrowed-water-film-to-show-in-langley/) - Open to the public, Monday, March 25, 6:30PM … A new documentary, detailing the importance of the Grand and Illinois River watersheds, is scheduled for a public viewing on March 25th. 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There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3923](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3923/) - Solicitation Number: RFQ 3923 RFQ 3923 Bid Packet Project Description: Unit 3 Hilliard Corporation Filters Questions are due by Wednesday, August 12th, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST Bids are due by Thursday, August 13th, at 2:00 PM CST - [RFQ 3892 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/619572/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is September 17, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is September 15, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3893](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3893/) - Solicitation Number: RFQ 3893 RFQ 3893 Amendment 1 3893 Project Description: SOLE BRAND -Gorman-Rupp Submersible Pumps Bids are due by Friday, July 31st, 2026, at 02:00 PM CST - [RFQ 3922](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3922/) - Solicitation Number: RFQ 3922 RFQ 3922 BId Packet Project Description: Mobil Lubricant Questions are due by Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST Bids are due by Friday, August 7th, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST - [RFQ 3841 - REBID (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3841-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is September 10, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is September 8, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3871](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3871/) - Solicitation Number: RFQ 3871 RFQ 3871 pkt Project Description: SOLE BRAND -Gorman-Rupp Submersible Pumps Questions are due by Monday, July 20th, 2026, at 04:00 PM CST Bids are due by Thursday, July 23rd, 2026, at 02:00 PM CST - [RFQ 3865](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3865-2/) - Solicitation Number: RFQ 3865 REF 3865 Bid Packet Project Description: Gearbox U2 Questions are due by Tuesday, August 25th, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST Bids are due by Friday, August 28th, at 10:00 AM CST - [RFQ 3901](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3901/) - Solicitation Number: RFQ 3901 RFQ 3901 Bid Packet Project Description: Unit 2 Outage Valves - Yarway's Questions are due by Thursday, July 30th, at 10:00 AM CST Bids are due by Monday, August 3rd, at 10:00 AM CST - [RFQ 3863 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3863-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 24, 2026, at 1:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 22, 2026 at 1:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3865](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3865/) - Solicitation Number: RFQ 3865 REF 3865 Bid Packet Project Description: Gearbox U2 Questions are due by Wednesday, July 22th, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST Bids are due by Friday, July 24rd, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST - [RFP 9152 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-9152-bid-express/) - Amendment 1 to Solicitation RFP 9152 extends the closing date from 14 July 2026 at 2:00 PM CST to 21 July 2026 at 2:00 PM CST. Q&A will not be extended. All other specs will remain. Amendment of Solicitation RFP 9152 Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. - [RFP 9461 - Audit Services - Information Technology](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-9461-audit-services-information-technology/) - RFP 9461 Pktf Solicitation RFP 9461 Amendment 1 of Solicitation RFP 9461 RFP 9461 Q&A #1 - Questions and Answers RFP 9461 Q&A Final - Questions and Answers ******AMENDMENT 1******* The updated Q&A submission deadline is July 6, 2026 at 2:00pm CDT The updated Proposal Submission deadline is July 13, 2026 at 2:00pm CDT ****************************** - [RFP 9563 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-9563-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 23, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 21, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 9562 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-9562-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 23, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 21, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3851 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3851-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 24, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 22, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ-3771 Coal Ash Marketing & Removal Services Blanket](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3771/) - Amendment 2 to Solicitation changes the Q&A deadline from 26 June 2026 10:00 AM CST to 14 July 2026 10:00 AM CST. It also extends the RFQ close date from 14 July 2026 at 2:00 PM CST to 17 July 2026 at 2:00 PM CST. No other changes to the RFQ at this time. - [RFQ 3831](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3831/) - Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please click on the link below to GRDA’s website, to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. The bid is due 15 July 2026 2:00 PM Central Time. There is a required by date of 1 October 2026 - [RFQ-3741](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3741/) - Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please click on the link below to GRDA’s website, to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. This is a Sealed Bid and is due 17 June 2026, 2:00 PM Central Time through the Bid Express website, www.bidexpress.com. - [RFQ 3821 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3821-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 16, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 14, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3781 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3781-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is June 23, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is June 19, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3802](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3802/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3802 - Solicitation Packet (Must be completed and submitted) Steel Pole Specifications - Technical Specifications RFQ 3802 - Q&A - Questions & Answers - [RFQ 3803](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3803/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3803 - Solicitation Packet (Must be completed and submitted) 161kV Insulator Specification - Technical Specifications RFQ 3803 - Q&A - Questions & Answers - [RFQ 9492](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-9492/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 21, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 21, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3761 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3761-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is June 17, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. (Via Bidexpress.com) The Question Submission Deadline is June 11, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. (Via Bidexpress.com) Amendment #1 added to Bidexpress.com- 6/12/2026 A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 9, 2026, at 10:00am Central time, at GRDA – Energy Control Center/Kerr Dam 4221 - [RFQ 3762](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3762/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is May 29, 2026 at 3:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is May 27, 2026 at 3:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3733](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3733/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3733 - Complete Solicitation Packet Amendment of Solicitation 1 - Clarification of specifications & scope RFQ 3733 - Q&A - Solicitation Questions & Answers - [RFQ 3734](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3734/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3734 - Complete Solicitation Packet Amendment of Solicitation 1 - Additional information concerning the Jobox and the truck GVWR's. RFQ 3734 Q&A - Questions & - [RFQ 3701 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3701-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is May 22, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is May 20, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3674 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3674-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is May 21, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is May 19, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3614 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3614-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is May 12, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is May 8, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3661 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3661-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is May 8, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is May 6, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3655](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3655/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is April 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is April 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3655 - Solicitation Packet Specification Group Operated Switches Substation - Technical Specifications Drawing 1 - Technical Drawing 1 Drawing 2 - Technical Drawing 2 - [RFQ 3631 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3631-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is May 7, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is May 5, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 9006 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-9006-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is May 14, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is May 12, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3593 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3593-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is April 16, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is April 14, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 8534 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/618993/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is April 16, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is April 14, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3581 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3581-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is April 7, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is April 3, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3611](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3611/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is April 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is April 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3611 - Solicitation Packet RFQ 3611 - Bid Sheet - Bid Pricing & Lead Times Sheet Tonnece Substation Steel Specification - Technical Specifications All - [RFQ 3582](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3582/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is March 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is March 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3582 - Solicitation Packet (must be completed and submitted) Relay Control Panel Specification - Technical Specifications Drawings - Technical Drawings - [RFQ 3561 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3561-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is March 20, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 8515 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-8515-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is March 17, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is March 13, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3481](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3481/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3481 (Full Solicitation Packet) - [RFP 9122](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-9122/) - RFP 9122 pkt Amendment of Solicitation RFP Number: RFP 9122 Project Description: Pensacola Boat Barrier The bid is due by May 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST (must be submitted via bid express). Questions are due by May 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST (must be submitted via bid express). A mandatory pre-bid meeting for - [RFQ 3331 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3331-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a - [RFQ 3081](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3081/) - The bid is due August 27, 2025, at 5:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: August 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time. All completed bids should be emailed to Waylon.Cook@grda.com RFQ 3081 - [RFQ 3401-REBID](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3401-rebid/) - RFQ 3401 Pkt The bid is due January 16th, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: January 13th, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to Waylon.cook@grda.com - [RFQ 3751](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3751/) - RFQ 3751 Bid Packet Product: Propylene Glycol The bid is due May 26, 2026, 10:00 AM Central Time. - [RFQ 3752](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3752/) - RFQ 3752 Bid Packet This is a rush processing order Product: Screen Assembly Parts The bid is due Tuesday May 26, 2026 10:00 AM Central Time. - [RFQ 3662](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3662/) - RFQ 3662 Bid Packet GRDA is requesting proposals for Lawn Services at the Engineering and Technology Center, located at 9933 East 16th St., 74128 Tulsa, OK Q&A will close on April 21st, 2026, at 10:00 am Central Daylight Time. The bids are due on April 24th, 2026, at 4:00 pm Central Daylight Time. - [RFQ 3652](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3652/) - RFQ 3652 pkt GRDA is requesting proposals for brick repair at Engineering and Technology Center Tulsa, OK Q&A will close on April 10th, 2026, at 10:00 am Central Standard Time. The bids are due on April 13th, 2026, at 4:00pm Central Standard Time. - [RFQ 3584 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3584-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is March 26, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. Mandatory site visit is March 19, 2026, at 9:30am Central Time The Question Submission Deadline is March 24, 2026, at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on - [RFQ 3673](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3673/) - 3673 Packet Solicitation Number: RFQ 3673 Project Description: Chimney Rock Seepage Blanket Mandatory site visit Monday, April 20th, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST, site visit will be held at 36.253925, -95.105301-Chimney Rock Lake Questions are due by Tuesday, April 21st, 2026, at 03:00 PM CST Bids are due by Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026, at 03:00 - [RFQ 3672](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3672/) - This is for a standard bid Bids are due by April 21, 2026 at 2:00PM Central time. RFQ 3672 Bid Packet RFQ 3672 Q & A - [RFQ 3671](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3671/) - 3671 Packet Solicitation Number: RFQ 3671 Project Description: Chimney Rock Seepage Blanket Questions are due by Wednesday, April 15th, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST Bids are due by Thursday, April 16th, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST. - [RFQ 3192 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3192-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is October 1, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is September 26, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3281](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3281/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is October 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. RFQ 3281 pkt HP Boiler Feed Motor Manual To allow vendors time to provide accurate pricing, closing date and time has been - [RFP 8361](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-8361/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is December 15, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3351](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3351/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. RFQ 3351 pkt RFQ 3351 Q&A - [RFP 8395 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-8395-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is December 18, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is December 15, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3441](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3441/) - Bids are due by 1/26/2026 @ 2:00pm CST Q&A Closes 1/22/2026 @ 2:00pm CST RFQ 3441 Q&A RFQ 3441 pkt Amendment of Solicitation 1 - SPX Drawing of Anode Amendment of Solicitation 1 - [RFQ 3461](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3461/) - Bids are due by February 6, 2026 at 2:00pm CST Q&A is due by February 2, 2026 at 2:00pm CST To Allow Vendors the opportunity to provide accurate pricing, RFQ Closing Date and Time for this solicitation has been extended. NEW RFQ Close Date and Time will be Friday, February 6, 2026 at 2:00pm CST. - [RFQ 3491](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3491/) - RFQ 3491 Pkt Non Mandatory Site Visit Q&A RFQ 3491 Q&A AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION 2 Amendment of Solicitation 2 To allow vendors time and opportunity to submit a bid, RFQ 3491 for GREC Unit 3 Stack Expansion Joint Repairs will be extended to Friday, March 6, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. A - [RFQ 3512](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3512/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is March 3, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is February 26, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. RFQ 3512 pkt ***PLEASE NOTE*** There will be a Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting/Site Visit on Monday, February 23, 2026, 10:00am Central Time—LOCATION: Grand River Energy Center – TSE Building – 8142 - [RFQ 3551 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3551-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is March 25, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3601](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3601/) - RFQ 3601 Pkt Plans_Specs_ChimneyRock_Dam_DownstreamToeImprovements_reduced (1) Questions are due by Monday, March 16th, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST Bids are due by Tuesday, March 17th, 2026, at 2:00pm CST. - [RFQ 3644](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3644/) - RFQ 3644 packet Amendment #1 WC GRDA is requesting proposals for #67 Coarse Aggregate stone Q&A will close on April 7th, 2026, at 4:00 pm Central Standard Time. The bids are due on April 8th, 2026, at 4:00pm Central Standard Time. - [RFQ 3544 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3544-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is March 25, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 8634 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-8634-bid-express/) - Amendment 2 to Solicitation RFP 8634 U1 U2 ISO Phase changes the following Q&A from 11 March 2026 10:00 AM CST to 19 March 2026 12:00 PM CST. ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE PROCESSED THROUGH BID EXPRESS. NONE WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH EMAIL, FAX, PHONE, OR TEXT SINCE THIS IS A SEALED BID PROCESS. Bid Due - [RFP 7752rebid (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7752-bid-express-2/) - Amendment 1 to Solicitation RFP extends the Bid Opening date from 2:00 PM CST 20 February 2026 to 2:00 PM CST 6 March 2026 in hopes this will give vendors ample time to process and submit proposals. We are currently working on the question “Could GRDA provide more details on the motor, brakes & - [RFQ 3511 Various Industrial Gas Multi Year Blanket](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3511-various-industrial-gas-multi-year-blanket/) - Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please click on the link below to GRDA’s website, to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. The bid is due 17 February 2026 2:00 PM Central Time. Email your Completed Bid Packet and pricing sheet to - [Cancelled RFQ 3571](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3571/) - It has come to my attention that we have been prohibited from allowing vendors to perform work on this project. Therefore, we are cancelling this request. I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused The bid is due 13 March 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time. Services will need to be conducted - [RFQ 3541](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3541/) - Due Date 3/3/26 at 2PM Q & A Date 2/27/26 at 2PM RFQ 3541 Packet - [RFQ 3341 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3341/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be - [RFP 7722 REBID (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7722-rebid-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is December 18, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3471](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3471/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3471 - Full Solicitation Packet (to be completed and returned) Hot Stick Trailer Specs - Technical Specifications (separated for convenience) - [RFQ 3431](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3431/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is January 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is January 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3431 - Solicitation Packet Tool List & Bid Sheet - Item listing and pricing sheet. - [RFP 8644 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-8644-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is February 10, 2026 at 10:00am Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 8172 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-8172-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be - [RFP 8222 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-8222-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is November 20, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is November 14, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3191](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3191/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is September 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is September 29, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3191 - Solicitation Packet RFQ 3191 Bid Sheet - Pricing & Lead Time Sheet Steel Pole Specifications - Technical Specifications Drawings - Technical Drawings PLS - [RFQ 3071](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3071/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is August 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is August 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3071 - [RFQ 3012 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3012-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 30, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 28, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3002 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3002-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 28, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 7563 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7563-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is August 5, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is August 1, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 7492 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7492-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 29, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 7484 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7484-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 29, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 7441 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7441-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is July 23, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is July 21, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 2982](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2982/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2982 - Final (Solicitation packet) GREC Substation Steel Specification (Technical Specifications) All Drawings (Technical Drawings) RFQ 2982 - GREC 4 Switchyard Connection Bid Sheet (Bid Pricing - [RFQ 2971 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2971-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is June 19, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is June 17, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 2964](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2964/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2964 (Solicitation packet) W Main IFB Steel Package Specifications and Drawings (Technical Specifications & Drawings) W Main Steel Package Bid Sheet - RFQ 2964 (Bid Pricing - [RFQ 2963](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2963/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2963 (Solicitation packet) Herron IFB Steel Package Specifications and Drawings (Technical Specifications & Drawings) Herron Steel Package Bid Sheet - RFQ 2963 (Bid Pricing Sheet) RFQ - [RFQ 2962](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2962/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2962 (Solicitation packet) Group Operated Switches Purchase Specification - West Main Substation (Technical Specifications) GRDA West Main - IFB Steel Drawings (Steel drawings for reference) West - [RFQ 2961](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2961/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2961 (Solicitation packet) Group Operated Switches Purchase Specification - Herron Substation (Technical Specifications) Herron IFB Steel Drawings (Steel Drawings for reference) Herron Switch Bid Sheet - RFQ - [RFP 7252 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7252/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is Wednesday, June 3, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a - [RFQ 2841 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2841/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. - [RFQ 3311](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3311/) - Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please click on the link below to GRDA’s website, to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. This is a Sealed Bid Process. The bid is due 17 November, 2025 2:00 PM Central Time. Bids will only be - [RFQ 3381](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3381/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 29, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3381 pkt RFQ 3381 Q&A - [RFQ 3273_rev](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3273/) - The bid is due November 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: November 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to waylon.cook@grda.com A non-mandatory job site examination / pre-bid meeting for prospective Bidders will be held on October 23, 2025, starting at 9:00 AM - [RFQ 3371](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3371/) - RFQ 3371 pkt The bid is due December 22nd, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: December 18th, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to Waylon.cook@grda.com - [RFQ-3321](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3321/) - Amendment 1 to Solicitation RFQ 3321 is to extend the Close date from 13 November 2025 at 2:00 PM CST to 20 November 2025 at 2:00 PM CST in hopes to find the dimensions on the damper stem along with the key dimensions. No other changes to this RFQ at this time. Amendment of - [RFQ 3291](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3291/) - This Bid Due Date: October 17, 2025, by 2:00 PM CST Q&A Closes: October 15, 2025, by 12:00 PM CST All completed bid packets must be submitted to: jennifer.kerns@grda.com RFQ 3291 pkt - [RFQ 3221 - rev](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3221/) - A mandatory job site / pre-bid meeting for prospective Bidders will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 9:00 AM CT, located at GRDA Engineering & Technology Center, 9933 E 16th St. Tulsa, OK 74128. Please contact jaclyn.porter@grda.com to notify of attendance. The bid is due October 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central - [RFQ 3242](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3242/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is October 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 3242 pkt RFQ 3242 Q&A - [RFQ 3272](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3272/) - Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please click on the link below to GRDA’s website, to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. The bid is due 15 October 2025 by 2:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 3272 Final Amendment 1 to Solicitation RFQ 3272 - [RFQ 3181](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3181/) - The bid is due October 03, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answer Deadline: September 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to jaclyn.porter@grda.com. RFQ 3181 PKT - [RFQ 3161 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3161-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is September 22, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is September 17, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFP 7722](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7722/) - Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation details to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. At the website location search for: RFP 7722, GRDA, or Grand River Dam Authority. Solicitation Number: RFP 7722 Project Description: Salina PSP Flowmeter Replacement Project Questions are due by September 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST - [RFQ-3251](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3251/) - The bid is due 8 October 2025 2:00 PM Central Time. A Q&A will be accepted through 2:00 PM CST 3 October 2025. Please email your questions to eric.pipkin@grda.com There will not be a site visit for this RFQ. RFQ 3251 final - [RFP 7752 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7752-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is September 16, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is September 9, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a Public Opening. - [RFQ 3101-rev 09/03/25](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3101/) - The bid is due August 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Questions and Answers Deadline: August 25, 2025, at 4:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to jaclyn.porter@grda.com RFQ 3101 PKT Amendment #1: Clarification of maintenance request, adding a site visit, and extending bid closing date. A non-mandatory job - [RFP 7426 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7426/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a - [RFQ 3151](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3151/) - Bid Due Date: September 16, 2025, by 2:00 PM Central Time Q&A Closes: September 15, 2025, by 12:00 PM Central Time All completed bid packets must be submitted to: jennifer.kerns@grda.com RFQ 3151 pkt - [RFQ 3091](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3091/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is August 19, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is August 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. RFQ 3091 pkt - [RFQ 3121](https://grda.com/bids/yarway-2-1-2-valve-needed-for-u2-outage-sole-brand/) - This bid is due August 19, 2025, 2:00 PM CST. Q&A deadline is August 18, 10:00 AM CST. All completed packets are to be submitted to jennifer.kerns@grda.com. RFQ 3121 pkt - [RFQ 3122](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3122/) - This bid is due August 19, 2025, 2:00 PM CST. Q&A deadline is August 18, 10:00 AM CST. All completed packets are to be submitted to jennifer.kerns@grda.com RFQ 3122 pkt - [RFP 7481 HVAC Services and Repair Blanket GREC](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-7481-hvac-services-and-repair-blanket-grec/) - Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please click on the link below to GRDA’s website, to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. The bid is due 27 August 2025 2:00 AM Central Time. Questions regarding this RFP must be submitted in writing - [RFQ 3051 Ruhrpumpen Pump Sump Pump Unit 3](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3051-ruhrpumpen-pump-sump-pump-unit-3/) - This is a standard bid. Please scan and email your quote to eric.pipkin@grda.com. The bid opening date for this RFQ is 5 August 2025 at 2:00 PM CST RFQ 3051 - [RFQ 3021](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-3021/) - Bid Submission Deadline - Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time Question Submission Deadline - Monday, July 21, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time Torishima Pump Parts for GREC Stock - Sole Brand/NO SUB RFQ 3021 pkt Q&A - [RFQ 2921](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2921/) - The bid is due May 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: May 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to jaclyn.porter@grda.com. There will be a mandatory pre-bid meeting on May 21, 2025, at 8:30 AM CT. The meeting starting location GRDA Administrative Center - [RFQ 2991](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2991/) - The RFQ 2991 for GREC Unit 3 Atomizer Drive has been officially cancelled as the Department notified that Specifications required changes and will be placed out for bid at a later date. The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 1, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is - [RFQ 2871 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2871-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is Friday, May 16, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is Friday, May 9, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a - [RFP 6602 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-6602-bid-express/) - Amendment of Solicitation 3 - Amendment to Bid Specifications Amendment of Solicitation 2 - Drawing package has been provided and uploaded Amendment of Solicitation 1 - For Mandatory Pre-Bid/Site Visit March 5, 2025 at 0900am Central Time, there WILL be PPE Required. PPE Requirements will be as follows: Safety Toe Shoes FR Clothing Hard Hats - [RFQ 2883](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2883/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2883 (Solicitation packet. Click on "RFQ 2883" to download). Questions & Answers (Vendor Question & Answers) - [RFQ 2881 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2881/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view solicitation documents and for further details. - [RFQ 2714 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2714-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is March 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is March 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view solicitation documents and for further details. ***AMENDMENT 1*** New bid submission deadline is March 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM - [RFQ 2681 REBID (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2681-rebid/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is March 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is March 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view solicitation documents and for further details. - [RFP 6759 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-6759-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is March 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is March 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. A mandatory job site examination / pre-bid meeting for prospective Bidders will be held on 3/18/25 at the GRDA Transmission Headquarters, located at 635 Hwy - [RFQ 2702](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2702/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is March 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is March 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2702 (Solicitation packet. Click on "RFQ 2702" to download). - [RFQ 2705](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2705/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is March 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is March 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2705 (Solicitation packet. Click on "RFQ 2705" to download). - [RFQ 2706 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2706/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is March 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is March 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view solicitation documents and for further details. - [RFQ 2701 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2701/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is March 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. (OUTDATED) The question submission deadline for this RFP is March 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. (OUTDATED) Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view solicitation documents and for further details. _____________________________________________________________________ ***AMENDMENT 1* The bid submission deadline for this RFP is April 17, - [RFP 6686 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-6686/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is March 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is March 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. A mandatory job site examination / pre-bid meeting for prospective Bidders will be held on 3/11/25 at the GRDA Transmission Headquarters, located at 635 Hwy - [RFQ 2642](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2642/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is March 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is March 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2642 (Solicitation packet. Click on "RFQ 2642" to download). - [RFP 6343 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/617093/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST.(OUTDATED, SEE AMENDMENT BELOW) The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST.(OUTDATED, SEE AMENDMENT BELOW) A mandatory job site examination / pre-bid meeting for prospective Bidders will be held on 2/11/25 at the Armory - [RFQ 2941 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2941-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is Monday, June 2, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a - [RFP 71.1000 Unit 1 Cooling Tower Removal GREC (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-71-1000-unit-1-cooling-tower-removal-grec-bid-express/) - THIS RFP HAS BEEN RESTRICTED TO ONLY THOSE THAT ATTENDED THE MANDATORY SITE VISIT. Amendment 2 of Solicitation RFP 71.1000 Unit 1 Cooling Tower Removal will extend the Q&A Deadline from 9 May 2025 at 12:00 PM CST to 15 May 2025 at 12:00 PM CST. No other requirements or specifications have changed. Amendment - [RFQ 2901 Blanket Contract for Powdered Activated Carbon (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2901-blanket-contract-for-powdered-activated-carbon-bid-express/) - After further review of our current contract, we will be canceling this RFQ. This is a Sealed Bid and is due 23 May 2025, 2:00 PM Central Time through the Bid Express website, www.bidexpress.com. Search for GRDA or Grand River Dam Authority and RFQ 2901 Blanket Contract for Powdered Activated Carbon. No Bid will - [RFQ 2851](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2851/) - This Bid is due 23 April 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Crossties for Railroad Track Maintenance Must be #1 run only. RFQ 2851 final - [RFP 6612 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-6612-bid-express/) - Amendment 1 to Solicitation has been posted and can be viewed at the Bid Express website. Note, you must have attended the Mandatory Site Visit to view the RFP at the Bid Express Website. Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation - [RFQ 2751](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2751/) - Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please click on the link below to GRDA’s website, to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. The bid is due 26 March 2025 by 2:00PM CT. RFQ 2751 Final - [RFQ 2711](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2711/) - Q&A Accepted UNTIL Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 2:00pm CST RFQ will close Monday, March 31, 2025 at 2:00pm CST There will be a Non-Mandatory Site Visit at the Salina Pump Storage Project Powerhouse on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:00am CST. Salina Pump Storage Project, located at 620 S. 4437 Road, Salina, OK 74367. - [RFQ 2732 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2732-bid-express/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is Friday, March 21, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a - [RFQ 2762](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2762/) - Q&A for this RFQ will close Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time This RFQ will close Monday, March 31, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. RFQ 2762 Pkt This is for a Standard Bid Process, the following forms shall be included with submission, but not limited to the following: Request for Quote, EPay/ACH, Non - [RFQ 2783 rev.1](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2783/) - The bid is due April 04, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: April 02, 2025, at 12:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to jaclyn.porter@grda.com. RFQ 2783 PKT Amendment #1 - [RFP 6786 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp6786/) - The Bid Submission Deadline is Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. The Question Submission Deadline is Monday, March 24, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please visit https://www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place on the Bid Express website. There will NOT be a - [RFQ 2741](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2741/) - This bid is due 3/25/25, 2:00 PM CST. Q&A deadline is 3/21/25, 10:00 AM CST. All completed packets are to be submitted to jennifer.kerns@grda.com. RFQ 2741Pkt - [RFQ 2713](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2713/) - The bid is due March 20, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: March 18, 2025, at 12:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to jaclyn.porter@grda.com. RFQ 2713 PKT Amendment of Solicitation #1 - [RFQ 2631](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2631/) - The bid is due March 05, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answer Deadline: March 03, 2025, at 12:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to jaclyn.porter@grda.com. Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting will be held at Snowdale Park on February 26, 2025, at 9:30 AM Central Time Address: 501 S 439 - [RFQ 2681 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2681/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is March 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is March 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view solicitation documents and for further details. - [RFQ 2712](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2712/) - Q&A for this RFQ will close Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time This RFQ will close Friday, March 21, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. RFQ 2712 pkt This is for a Standard Bid Process, the following forms shall be included with submission, but not limited to the following: Request for Quote, EPay/ACH, Non - [RFQ 2661](https://grda.com/bids/rfq2661/) - This RFQ is Sole Brand Required for Direct Replacement Q&A for this RFQ will close Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time This RFQ will close Friday, March 7, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. RFQ 2661 pkt This is for a Standard Bid Process, the following forms shall be included with submission, but not - [RFQ 2592](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2592/) - This RFQ will close Friday, February 14, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. Q&A for this RFQ will close Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 3:00pm Central Time. RFQ 2592 pkt Please read ALL included Data Sheet and Scope of Work included in RFQ Pkt. This is for a Standard Bid Process, the following forms shall be - [RFQ 2651](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2651/) - RFQ 2651 pkt RFQ will close Monday, March 3, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time Q&A will close Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time This RFQ is for Sole Brand/NO SUB - [RFQ 2641](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2641/) - The bid is due February 27, 2025, 2:00 PM Central Time. Q&A closes on February 25, 2025, 10:00 AM Central Time All completed packets are to be submitted to jennifer.kerns@grda.com RFQ 2641 pkt Amendment #1 - [RFP 5283](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-5283/) - See attached Q&A document Q&A - RFP 5283 *** AMENDMENT 1 *** Please find Requirements Response Form below *** Amendment 1 - RFP 5283- Email Security Solution RFP Email Security Requirements Response Form Bid close date: October 25, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Q&A Deadline date: October 18, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST - [RFP 5475](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-5475/) - Please find the attached Q&A document. Q&A for RFP 5475 - Audit Management Solution - 11-4-24 Bid close date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Q&A Deadline: Friday, November 1, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Contact for this RFP is Stephanie Waits @ stephanie.waits@grda.com RFP 5475 - Audit Management Solution - [RFP 5474](https://grda.com/bids/rfp5474/) - See attached Q&A document --- Q&A deadline was Friday, November 8, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST FINAL - Q&A for RFP 5474 Bid close date: Friday, November 15, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Q&A Deadline: Friday, November 8, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Contact for this RFP is Stephanie Waits --- stephanie.waits@grda.com RFP 5474 - [RFQ 2622](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2622/) - The bid is due February 20, 2025, 2:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to jennifer.kerns@grda.com. **This is a sole brand** RFQ 2622 pkt - [RFQ 2591](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2591/) - RFQ 2591 Q&A This RFQ will close Friday, February 14, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Q&A for this RFQ will close Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. RFQ 2591 pkt Please read ALL included Specifications included in RFQ Pkt. This is for a Standard Bid Process, the following forms shall be included - [RFQ 2601](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2601/) - This RFQ will close Friday, February 14, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Q&A for this RFQ will close Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. RFQ 2601 pkt Please read ALL included Specifications included in RFQ Pkt. This is for a Standard Bid Process, the following forms shall be included with submission, but not - [RFP 6351 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-6351/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. A mandatory job site examination / pre-bid meeting for prospective Bidders will be held on 1/28/25 at Ecosystem & Education Center, 420 Hwy 28, Langley, - [RFQ 2522 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2522-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is January 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is January 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents and submit a bid. _______________________________________________________ **AMENDMENT 1** Extend the bid submission deadline to February 6, 2025 at - [RFQ 2052 - Second Rebid](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2052-second-rebid/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 20, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2052 SECOND REBID (Solicitation Packet) All Pictures (Pictures of generator types) Generator List (List of generator types and locations) Google Earth GPS (GPS pinpoints of generator locations) - [RFQ 2742 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2742-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is January 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is January 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents and submit a bid. - [RFQ 2581](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2581/) - The bid is due February 6, 2025, 2:00 PM Central Time. Q&A for this RFQ will close February 3, 2025, 2:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to jennifer.kerns@grda.com. RFQ 2581 pkt - [RFQ 2561](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2561/) - This RFQ is for a Quick Close. RFQ will close Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 2:00pm Central Time. Q&A will close Monday, January 27, 2025 at 1:00pm Central Time. ALL Documentation requested MUST be submitted with bid response (no late documents will be accepted) and prospective bidders MUST submit on new RFQ form. RFQ 2561 - [RFP 6091 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-6091-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline is January 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline is January 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. Bid Opening will take place at the Bid Express website. There will not be a Public - [RFQ 2052 REBID](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2052-rebid/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 30, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is October 28, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2052 REBID (Click on "RFQ 2052" to download) Original Generator list (Original Generator List. Please see updated below) Amendment of Solicitation 1 (Bid extension, Q&A extension, and - [RFQ 2052](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2052/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is October 8, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2052 Solicitation Documents. (Click on "RFQ 2052" to download) Generator list List of generators (Click on "Generator list" to download) - [RFQ 2461](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2461/) - Amendment of Solicitation 3 To Provide Clarification on Required Documentation to be Submitted: Amendment of Solicitation (3) Please see link below for associated Q&A for RFQ 2461 Q&A Amendment of Solicitation 2 Drawings with additional information has been provided and attached to solicitation Amendment of Solicitation (2) 002-090 Sht 1 002-090 Sht 2 - [2441 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/2441-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 27, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 26, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. ________________________________________________________________ ***AMENDMENT 1*** The bid submission deadline has been extended to January 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline has been extended to January 8, - [RFP-PCPA-000149](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-pcpa-000149/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is December 8th, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is November 28th, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST. This is a sealed bid process. Bids will only be accepted through the Bid Express website at www.bidexpress.com. Look for GRDA or Grand River Dam Authority - [RFP 3963](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-3963/) - The bid is due July 29, 2024 at 5:00 PM Central Standard Time. Any questions must be submitted by July 16, 2024 at 5:00 PM Central Standard Time. Submit questions to stephanie.waits@grda.com RFP 3963 - Phase 1 - FERC Part 12D Inspection for SPSP - Chimney Rock Dam ARO Letter on Regulation Changes Dated April - [RFP 4604](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-4604/) - *** Q&A Document --- See below *** QA for RFP 4604_Responses The bid is due September 24, 2024 at 5:00 PM Central Standard Time. Any questions must be submitted by September 13, 2024 at 5:00 PM Central Standard Time. Submit questions to stephanie.waits@grda.com. RFP 4604 - Phase 1 - Kerr Dam Spillway Gate - [RFP 2782 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-2782-bid-express/) - AMENDMENT 1 Extend bid due date to: June 28, 2024 @ 12:000 noon CST Extend Q&A due date to: June 7, 2024 @ 5:00 pm CST AMENDMENT 2 Change to Mandatory Pre-bid Meeting: New location due to number of attendees Thursday, March 7, 2024 @ 9:00 AM CST NEW LOCATION: GRDA Energy Control Center, Robert - [RFQ 2291](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2291/) - Bid close date: November 13, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Q&A Deadline: November 6, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST GRDA Contact for this RFQ is Stephanie Waits - stephanie.waits@grda.com RFQ 2291 - FINAL - [RFQ 2421](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2421/) - This RFQ is a re-bid of line 1 of RFQ 2263. The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 12, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2421 (Solicitation packet. Click on "RFQ 2381" to download). RFQ 2421 - Bid Sheet (Bid Pricing - [RFQ 2302](https://grda.com/bids/2302/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 13, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 8, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2302 pkt (Click on "RFQ 2302" to download) - [RFQ 2371](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2371/) - Q&A Amendment to Solicitation 1 to provide clarification and additional information added to Excel Spreadsheet product lines (Calibration Gases – Bid Sheet). Excel Spreadsheet also converted to PDF Format. Question and Answers will remain as set to close Monday, December 2, 2024 at 3:00pm CST Question and Answers will remain as set to post Tuesday, - [RFQ 1941](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1941/) - Q&A Q&A will be accepted until 9/11/2024 at 3:00pm Central Time. Q&A will be posted on 9/13/2024 at 3:00pm Central Time. RFQ will close 9/18/2024 at 3:00pm Central Time. Please note Pro Forma included in RFQ pkt. Please read ALL included specifications and requirements in opening pages of RFQ pkt. RFQ 1941 - Pro - [RFQ 1963 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1963-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is September 18, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is September 11, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFP 4101 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-4101-bid-express/) - Amendment to Solicitation 1 - To allow vendors the opportunity to review site a second time and to provide accurate pricing, a second site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 9:00am Central Time. Individuals will meet at the Pensacola Dam Powerhouse located at 12500 E 387 Rd Langley, OK 74350 (below the - [RFQ 1841](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1841/) - Q&A will close for this RFQ August 15, 2024 at 3:00pm Central Time. Q&A will post for this RFQ August 19, 2024 at 3:00pm Central Time. This RFQ will close August 22, 2024 at 3:00pm Central Time. RFQ 1841 pkt Q&A - [RFQ 1522](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1522/) - Amendment of Solicitation 1 - Adding Q&A to solicitation/RFQ 1522 to allow vendors opportunity to post questions and receive answers to submit accurate proposals/bids. Q&A will close 6/4/2024 at 2:00pm CT. Updated Specifications Information posted to listing for vendors. PLEASE READ ALL. 10" Velan Valve and Auma Actuator for GREC Unit 3 RFQ will close - [RFQ 1551](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1551/) - PLEASE READ ALL INCLUDED SPECIFICATIONS CONTAINED IN PKT RFQ will close 12 June 2024 at 2:00pm Central Time. Please note request for completion be on or before June 30, 2024 if possible. As this is for a Standard Bid, required documents requested in pkt must be submitted with bid i.e. OSHA Logs. Please refer - [RFQ 1611](https://grda.com/bids/1611/) - Amendment of Solicitation 2 to extend Q&A to RFQ and extend close date of RFQ to allow vendors to review Q&A Data so that accurate bids can be submitted. Amendment of Solicitation 1 to add Q&A to RFQ 1611 for Electrical Supplies for Diesel Back-Up Generator (SPBSP). Q&A for this RFQ will close 27 June - [RFQ 1251](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1251/) - Completed pkts are due 13 March 2024 at 2:00pm. RFQ 1251 pkt - [RFQ 1281](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1281/) - Amendment to solicitation to allow vendors time to provide accurate pricing, closing date and time has been extended to 21 March 2024 at 11:00am Central Time. Questions due 18 March 2024 at 3:00pm CST. Completed packets are due 21 March 2024 at 5:00pm Central Time. This project MUST be completed during Spring Outage (4/1-4/30/24). - [RFQ 2271rev.](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2271/) - The bid is due November 12, 2024, 2:00 PM Central Time. Q&A for this RFQ will close November 7, 2024, 2:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 2271 Pkt *Revised dates to reflect the correct month. Amendment # 1 - [RFQ 1074](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1074/) - Completed packets are due 1 February 2024 at 2:00pm Central Time. Amendment of Solicitation RFQ 1074 pkt - [RFQ 1121](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1121/) - Completed packets are due by 13 February 2024 at 2:00pm Central Time. RFQ 1121 pkt - [RFQ 1221](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1221/) - Amendment to Solicitation to extend RFQ close date to 13 March 2024 at 3:00pm to allow vendors time to complete required Pro Forma Service Agreement which is included in RFQ pkt. Completed Bid Packets are due by 13 March 2024 at 3:00pm Central Time. RFQ 1221 pkt (rev) Q&A - RFQ 1221 - [RFP 3272 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-3272-bid-express/) - This RFP has been cancelled as of 24 June 24. Amendment 1 to Solicitation RFP 3272 changes the Pre-Bid start time from 09:00 AM CT 16 April 2024 to 10:30 AM CT 16 April 2024. The start location address is still the TSE building at the Grand River Energy Center 8142 HWY 412B Chouteau, - [RFP 1042a (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-1042a-bid-express/) - This bid is due 21 November 2023 by 2:00 PM CT. This is a rebid of RFP 1042 rebid that removes any Hydro equipment and is specific to the Grand River Energy Center located in Chouteau, Oklahoma. This is a sealed bid process. Bids will only be accepted through the Bid Express website at www.bidexpress.com. - [RFQ 272 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-272-bid-express/) - The bid is due 18 August 2023 by 2:00 PM Central Time. This is a Sealed Bid, Bids will only be accepted through the Bid Express website. www.bidexpress.com RFQ 272 Please be aware that there is a $40.00 charge to provide quotes on Bid Express. - [RFQ 1634 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1634-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 531 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-531-bid-express/) - Bid opening date for this RFQ is 14 September 2023 at 1:00 PM CT. Bid Opening will take place at the Bid Express website. There will not be a Public Opening. Questions can be submitted within the RFQ at the Bid Express website until 11 September 2023 at 3:00 PM CT. Answers will be - [RFQ 1574](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1574/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 20, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1574 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1574" to download) ***AMENDMENT 1 *** RFQ 1574 - Amendment 1 - Clarification on fuses ***AMENDMENT 2*** RFQ 1574 - [RFQ 1415 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/615678/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 1, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 2401 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2401/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 2381](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2381/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 6, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 4, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2381 (Solicitation packet. Click on "RFQ 2381" to download). Bid Sheet - RFQ 2381 (Please complete and submit with your bid submission) RFQ 2381 - Q&A (Vendor Questions - [RFQ 2221 REBID](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2221-rebid/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 5, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 3, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2221 REBID (Solicitation packet. Click on "RFQ 2221 REBID" to download). - [RFQ 2363](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2363/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 5, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 3, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2363 (Solicitation Packet. Click on "RFQ 2363" to download) Amendment of Solicitation 1 - RFQ 2363 (Clarification on Specifications) RFQ 2363 - Q&A (Vendor Questions & Answers) - [RFQ 2311](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2311/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 15, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 13, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2311 (Click on "RFQ 2311" to download) RFQ 2311 - Q&A (Vendor Questions & Answers) - [RFQ 2263](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2263/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 14, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 12, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2263 (Click on "RFQ 2263" to download) RFQ 2263 - Bid Sheet (Bid Pricing Sheet. Must be submitted with bid. Click on "RFQ 2263 - Bid Sheet" - [RFQ 2201](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2201/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 31, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is October 29, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2201 (Click on "RFQ 2201" to download) RFQ 2201 Q&A (Questions & Answers) - [RFQ 2161](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2161/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 21, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is October 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2161 - Amendment of Solicitation 1 - Amendment 1, Extending the bid submission deadline to October 25, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST, and the question submission - [RFQ 2051](https://grda.com/bids/616631/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 4, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is October 2, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2051 Solicitation Documents. (Click on "RFQ 2051" to download) Material List - FDR 92 Line Panel Replacement Bid Sheet. Must be submitted with bid (Click on "Material List - [RFQ 2041](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2041/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 3, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is October 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2041 Solicitation Documents. (Click on "RFQ 2041" to download) RFQ 2041 - Trench Bid Sheet Bid Sheet. Must be submitted with bid (Click on "RFQ 2041 - - [RFQ 2281](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2281/) - The bid is due November 13, 2024, 2:00 PM Central Time. Q&A for this RFQ will close November 8, 2024, 2:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 2281 pkt - [RFQ 2341 (Revised)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2341/) - The bid is due November 20, 2024, 2:00 PM Central Time. Q&A for this RFQ will close November 19, 2024, 2:00 PM Central Time. All completed packets are to be submitted to jennifer.kerns@grda.com RFQ 2341 pkt Amendment # 1 The bid is due November 15, 2024, 4:00 PM Central Time. Amendment #1 - [RFQ 2221](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-2221/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 7, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 5, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 2221 (Click on "RFQ 2221" to download) RFQ 2221 - Q&A (Vendor Questions & Answers) - [RFP 2021 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-2021/) - Bid opening date for this RFP is October 24, 2024, at 2:00pm CST. Bid Opening will take place at the Bid Express website. There will not be a Public Opening. MANDATORY Pre-bid Meeting: October 8, 2024, at 8:00 AM CST --- LOCATION: Honey Creek PPA- Grand Lake in Grove, OK (2511 S Main Street Grove, - [RFP 2111 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-2111-bid-express/) - Bid opening date for this RFP is October 29, 2024, at 2:00pm CST. Bid Opening will take place at the Bid Express website. There will not be a Public Opening. MANDATORY Pre-bid Meeting: October 16, 2024, at 8:00 AM CST --- LOCATION: GRDA Engineering & Technology Center 9933 E 16th Street Tulsa, OK 74128. Contact - [RFP 4991 (revised)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-4991/) - The bid is due October 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: September 26, 2024, at 5:00 PM Central Time. RFP 4991 Attachment PRICE PROPOSAL Notice of Amendment #1 This amendment is to announce a pre-bid meeting via teams’ video call for this Friday October 4, 2024, at 1:00 PM - [RFQ 1983 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1983/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is September 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is September 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1921 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1921-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is September 10, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is September 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1872](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1872/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is August 22, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is August 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1872 Solicitation Documents. (Click on "RFQ 1872" to download) - [RFQ 1873 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1873/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is August 26, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is August 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFP 4481 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-4481-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is August 19, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is August 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1771 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1771/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is August 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is August 9, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1742](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1742/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is August 2, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is August 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1742 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1742" to download) - [RFQ 1553 - REBID](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1553-rebid/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 19, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1553 - REBID (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1553-REBID" to download) - [RFQ 1664](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1664/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is August 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 31, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1664 (Solicitation Packet. Click on "RFQ 1664" to download) Technical Specifications & Drawings (Click on "Technical Specifications & Drawings" to download) Amendment of Solicitation 1 - [RFP 4171 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-4171/) - New bid Close date: September 19, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST New Q&A Deadline date: September 12, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST The bid is due August 29, 2024 at 5:00 PM Central Standard Time. Any questions must be submitted by August 22, 2024 at 5:00 PM Central Standard Time. A MANDATORY job - [RFP---PCPA-000224](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-pcpa-000224/) - Amendment 1 to RFP---PCPA-000224 includes: Response to questions Pensacola October Excel Spreadsheet SalinaPSP September Excel Spreadsheet Crack Monitoring Excel Spreadsheet MarkhamFerry Zip File See below links to attachments. Amendment 1 for RFP-PCPA-000224 Crack Monitoring 10-4-23 Revision 1 (1) MarkhamFerry_Boc (1) Pensacola_October (1) (1) SalinaPSP_September (1) Response - QA for RFP PCPA-000224 - Hydro Data Storage - [RFQ 1705 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1705/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 26, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 25, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1961](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1961/) - The bid is due September 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: September 6, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1961 PKT - [RFP---PCPA-000108](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-pcpa-000108/) - This RFP is due 6 October 2023 at 5:00 PM Central Time. This is a Sealed Bid Process and all proposals must be submitted through the Bid Express Website. Go to www.bidexpress.com either GRDA or Grand River Dam Authority and RFP PCPA-000108. No proposal will be accepted through Phone, Fax, or email. There will be - [RFP-PCPA-000225](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-pcpa-000225/) - AMENDMENT 1 for Drawings - go to Bid Express website at www.bidexpress.com to find the drawings for this RFP. The bid submission deadline for this RFP is December 8th, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is December 4th, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST. A MANDATORY job site examination/pre-bid meeting for prospective Bidders - [RFP 3394](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-3394/) - Find attached Q&A document. QA - RFP 3394 - Payroll Solution - Answers The bid is due April 30, 2024 at 5:00 PM Central Standard Time. Any questions must be submitted by April 22, 2024 at 5:00 PM Central Standard Time. FINAL - RFP 3394 - Payroll Solution - [RFI-2024-005](https://grda.com/bids/rfi-2024-005/) - *** SEE Q&A Document *** Q&A Document Bid Due Date: August 21, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Q&A Deadline Date: August 14, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Email Security Solution RFI-2024-005 GRDA Email Security Requirements Response Form - [RFI-2024-004R](https://grda.com/bids/rfi-2024-004/) - Please see attached Q&A document BID Due Date: August 21, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST QA for RFI-2024-004R *** REPLACEMENT *** (see attached new version - RFI-2024-004R) - please disregard earlier posted copy - as I have removed it from this post *** New Bid Due Date: August 21, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST - [RFI-2024-003](https://grda.com/bids/rfi-2024-003/) - Bid Due Date: June 28, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Q&A Deadline: June 14, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST RFI-2024-003 - Engineering Grounding Solution - [RFI-2024-002](https://grda.com/bids/rfi-2024-002/) - SEE Q&A document attached: FINAL - QA Document - Audit Management- RFI-2024-002 Bid Due Date: June 28, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Q&A Deadline: June 14, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST RFI-2024-002 - Audit Management - [RFI PCPA-000149](https://grda.com/bids/rfi-pcpa-000149/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFI is October 13, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFI is October 2, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST. RFI PCPA-000149 - Phase 1 - BOSS Replacement for Power Billing - [RFI-2024-001](https://grda.com/bids/rfi-2024-001/) - Amendment 2 - in error three questions were left off the Q&A document. Please find attached FINAL Q&A document. FINAL - FINAL - QA for EEM - RFP-2024-001 Amendment 1 - for Q&A document. See attached below. Bid Due Date: June 14, 2024 @ 5:00 PM CST Q&A Deadline: May 31, 2024 @ - [RFQ 1962](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1962/) - Q&A Document Attached - deadline is 9/6/24 @ 5:00 PM Q&A for RFQ 1962 - Voice Logger System Replacement *** AMENDMENT 1 *** SEE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS - CORRECTION TO SPECIFICATIONS Amendment 1 - RFQ 1962 Voice Logger Bid Specs - Amendment The bid is due September 10, 2024, at 5:00 PM Central Time. - [RFQ 1681](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1681/) - 7/29/24 - See Q&A document attached. The bid is due by July 31, 2024, at 5:00 PM CST Questions are due by July 26, 2024, at 5:00 PM CST RFQ 1681- FINAL Q&A for RFQ 1681 - [RFQ 1812 rev.2](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1812/) - The bid is due August 30, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Questions and Answers Deadline: August 23, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1812 PKT 8/7/24 Please see the attached Amendment and revised dates. Amendment of Solicitation #1 The revised bid is due August 19, 2024, at 5:00 PM Central Time. Revised - [RFQ 1702 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1702/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 25, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [1661 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/1661-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1601 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1601-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 27, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 26, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1573](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1573/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 20, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1573 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1573" to download) - [RFQ 1364](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1364/) - The bid is due May 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Questions and Answers Deadline: May 9, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1364 PKT - [RFQ 1643 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1643-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1633 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1633-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 18, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1581 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1581-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 25, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. ***AMENDMENT*** Bid Submission deadline updated to June 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Question submission deadline updated to June 27, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. - [RFQ 1561 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1561-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is June 18, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is June 14, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1553](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1553/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is July 19, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is July 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1553 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1553" to download) - [RFQ 1461](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1461/) - Amendment to Solicitation 4: Field has provided drawings to reference. Bid closing 5/31/24 @ 2:00 PM CT. Amendment of Solicitation 4 Amendment to solicitation 3 - This bid is being extended to close 5/31/24 @ 2:00 PM CT to allow Vendors more time to complete packet and submit bid. Amendment to solicitation 2 - This - [RFQ 1491](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1491/) - Solicitation Number: RFP 1491 Project Description: Event Equipment Service –Authority Wide. Questions are due by June 6, 2024, by 12:00 PM Central Time. Bids are due by June 10, 2024, by 2:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1491PKT Amendment of Solicitation #1 Please see the added documents. Questions are due by June 6, 2024, by - [RFQ 1453](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1453/) - Solicitation Number: RFP 1453 Project Description: Power PT Transformer Questions are due by May 20, 2024, by 12:00 PM Central Time. Bids are due by May 23, 2024, by 2:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1453 PKT Amendment of Solicitation #1 To extend the closing date. Questions are due by June 5, 2024, by - [RFQ 1417 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1417/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1455](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1455/) - Solicitation Number: RFP 1455 Project Description: V Break Switches Questions are due by May 21, 2024, by 12:00 PM Central Time. Bids are due by May 23, 2024, by 2:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1455 PKT - [RFQ 1501](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1501/) - Solicitation Number: RFP 1501 Project Description: Clay Gravel Blanket Questions are due by May 22, 2024, by 12:00 PM Central Time. Bids are due by May 24, 2024, by 2:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1501 PKT - [RFQ 1452 - REBID](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1452/) - Solicitation Number: RFP 1452 Project Description: Steel Structures Herron-Pry Questions are due by May 17, 2024, by 12:00 PM Central Time (submitted via bid express). Bids are due by May 22, 2024, by 2:00 PM Central Time (submitted via bid express). Fax, E-mail or third party submitted copies of bids will not be accepted for - [RFP 2267 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-2267/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is January 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is January 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1421](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1421/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 1, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is April 30, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1421 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1421" to download) - [RFQ 1414](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1414/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 3, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1414 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1414" to download) - [RFQ 1412](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1412/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is April 30, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is April 29, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1412 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1412" to download) - [RFQ 1416 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1416-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 3, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents, ask questions, and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1363 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1363-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is April 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is April 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1271](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1271/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is March 14, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is March 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1271 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1271" to download) - [RFQ 1171](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1171/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents and submit a bid. All questions must be submitted in writing via www.bidexpress.com. - [RFQ 1464](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1464/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1464 - Final - [RFP Crane Hoist and Inspection for HYDRO and GREC Locations](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-crane-hoist-and-inspection-for-hydro-and-grec-locations/) - Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please click on the link below to GRDA’s website, to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. The bid is due 20 June 2024 2:00 PM Central Time. Bids will only be accepted through Bid Express Website at www.bidexpress.com. - [RFQ 1468](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1468/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1468 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1468" to download) - [RFP 2832 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-2832-bid-express/) - Amendment 1 To allow vendors more time to post project questions, Q&A has been extended to 2 April 2024 at 3:00pm Central Time. To allow vendors time to provide accurate pricing, Bid Opening Date and Time has been extended to 9 April 2024 at 3:00pm Central Time. Bid opening date for this RFP - [RFQ 1451](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1451/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is May 8, 2024 at 3:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is May 6, 2024 at 3:00 PM CST. (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1451 pkt" to download) RFQ 1451 pkt Q&A - RFQ 1451 - [RFQ 1456](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1456/) - Our records show that your company might provide the goods or services indicated. Please click on the link below to GRDA’s website, to determine if you would be interested in providing a bid. The bid is due 13 May 2024 by 2:00 PM Central Time. Please note that this is a quick 3 business - [RFQ 1273](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1273/) - This bid will close on March 22, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Questions and Answers Deadline is March 21, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1273 PKT - [RFQ 1311 - REBID](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1311/) - Solicitation Number: RFP 1311 Project Description: Sulfuric Acid 93% Blanket Agreement Questions are due by March 28, 2024, by 12:00 PM Central Time (submitted via bid express). Bids are due by March 29, 2024, by 2:00 PM Central Time (submitted via bid express). Fax, E-mail or third party submitted copies of bids will not be - [RFQ 1132](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1132/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 26, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1131](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1131/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1131 (RFQ Solicitation Packet. Click on "RFQ 1131" to download.) - [RFQ 1063](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1063/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1063 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1062" to download the RFQ packet) - [RFQ 943 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-943-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is January 30, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is January 26, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1062](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1062/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 1062 (Solicitation Documents. Click on "RFQ 1062" to download the RFQ packet) - [RFQ 941 - REBID](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-941/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is February 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is February 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 941 - REBID (Solicitation Documentation. Click on "RFQ 941" to download) - [RFQ 894](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-894/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 22, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 19, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. Please go to www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation document and project details. All bids and questions must be submitted via bidexpress. - [RFP 67.7100 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-67-7100-bid-express/) - All bidder’s proposals are due on 2:00PM Central Time on or before 2 May 2024 2024 through the Bid Express Website. Go to www.bidexpress.com and look for either GRDA or Grand River Dam Authority for RFP 67.7100_GRDA Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger. No Proposal shall be received via phone, fax, or email. You must be registered - [RFQ 1133](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1133/) - The bid is due February 19, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: February 16, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1133 PKT - [RFQ 1151](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1151/) - Completed packets are due 16 February 2024 at 2:00pm Central Time. RFQ 1151 pkt - [RFQ 1102](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1102/) - The bid is due February 14, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: February 13, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1102 PKT - [RFP 2562 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-2562-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is January 30, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is January 26, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. Please visit www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation documents and submit a bid. - [RFQ 1054](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1054/) - The bid is due February 7, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: February 5, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1054 PKT - [RFQ 901](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-901/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is December 21, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is December 19, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 901 (Solicitation Packet. Click on "RFQ 901" to download) Amendment of Solicitation 1 - (Additional Specifications added) - [RFQ 1041](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1041/) - This bid closes on January 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: January 19, 2024 at 12:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1041 PKT Amendment of Solicitation #1 - [RFQ 1022](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1022/) - The bid is due January 19, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: January 18, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1022 PKT Amendment of Solicitation #1 This bid has extended the closing date and time to January, 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM Central Time. - [RFQ 1021](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-1021/) - The bid is due January 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: January 17, 2024, at 12:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 1021 PKT - [RFQ 911](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-911/) - The bid is due December 18, 2023 at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: December 15, 2023 at 2:00 PM Central Time. Required by Date: February 14, 2024, with a preferred date of January 31, 2024. RFQ 911 PKT - [RFQ 892](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-892/) - The bid is due December 12, 2023 at 2:00 PM Central Time. Question and Answers Deadline: December 8, 2023 at 2:00 PM Central Time. RFQ 892 PKT - [RFP 1993 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-1993-bid-express/) - This bid is due 22 November 2023 by 2:00 PM CT. This is a sealed bid process. Bids will only be accepted through the Bid Express website at www.bidexpress.com. Look for GRDA or Grand River Dam Authority RFP 1993. Bids will not be accepted through phone, fax, or email. You must be registered with Bid - [RFQ 805 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-805/) - This bid will close on November 23, 2023, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Bid Opening will take place at the Bid Express website. There will not be a Public Opening. Questions can be submitted within the RFQ at the Bid Express website until November 17, 2023 at 12:00 PM CT. Answers will be - [RFP 63.3600 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-63-3600-bid-express/) - Amendment 1 to Solicitation 63.3600 moves the Bid Opening date from 20 September 2023, 5:00 PM CT to 27 September 2023, 5:00 PM CT. Amendment of Solicitation 1 The bid is due 20 September 2023 5:00 PM Central Time. This is a Sealed Bid Process, and all proposals must be submitted through the Bid - [RFQ 561](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-561/) - Amendment 1 to Solicitation to 561 is to correct the bid packet format and extend the close date from 9/15/23 at 2:00pm CT to 9/22/23 at 2:00pm CT. RFQ 561 PKT Amendment of Solicitation 08112022 - [RFQ 562 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-562-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is October 25, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is October 23, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. Please go to www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation document and project details. All bids and questions must be submitted via bidexpress. - [RFQ 591](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-591/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is September 28, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is September 26, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 591 161kV Metering CT_PT Combined Unit - Specifications (Technical Specifications, separated for convenience) - [RFP 63.1203 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-63-1203-bid-express/) - Amendment to Solicitation RFP 63.1203 Generator Breakers changes the closing date from 16 October 2023 at 5:00 PM CT to 27 October 2023 at 5:00 PM CT. No other specifications will change. A copy of the attached can also be found on the Bid Express Website within the noted RFP#. Amendment of Solicitation 08112022 - [RFQ 671](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-671/) - This bid is due 3 October 2023 by 2:00 PM CT. RFQ 671 - [RFQ 723 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-723-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 16, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 14, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. Please go to www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation document and project details. All bids and questions must be submitted via bidexpress. - [RFQ 691](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-691/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 19, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is October 17, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 691 (Solicitation Documentation - Click to download and complete) Amendment of Solicitation 1 - Updated on location requirements. Amendment of Solicitation 2 - Updated on payment method. - [RFP 1802 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-1802-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is October 26, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is October 24, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. ***NOTE*** There is a mandatory pre-bid meeting on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 10:30 AM. The pre-bid meeting will take place at GRDA’s Transmission & Engineering headquarters: 635 - [RFQ 753](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-753/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is October 18, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is October 17, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 753 (Solicitation Documents. Click to download.) Distribution Line Bypass Switch Specification (Technical Specifications) **Amendment 1** - Bid deadline extended to 10/25/23 @ 2:00 PM CST Amendment - [RFQ 762](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-762-2/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 21, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 17, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 762 (Solicitation Package. Click "RFQ 762" to download) 69kV Power PT Specification (Technical Specifications. Separated for convenience.) ***AMENDMENT 1*** - Update descriptions within RFQ from 75 - [RFP 1382](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-1382/) - The question submission deadline for this RFQ is September 21, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. ***NOTE*** There is a mandatory pre-bid meeting on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 10:30 AM. The pre-bid meeting will take place at the Holiday Inn Express Meeting Room: 715 S. Country Club Road, Stillwater, OK, 74074. A site visit to the project - [RFQ 813](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-813/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 9, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 7, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 813 (Solicitation Packet. Click "RFQ 813" to download.) - [RFQ 881](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-881/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is December 12, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is December 8, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 881 (Complete Solicitation Packet) RFQ 881 - BID SHEET (Bid Pricing Sheet. Please use for your pricing when submitting a bid) - [RFQ 762](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-762/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is November 21, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is November 17, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. RFQ 762 (Solicitation Package. Click "RFQ 762" to download) 69kV Power PT Specification (Technical Specifications. Separated for convenience.) ***AMENDMENT 1*** - Update descriptions within RFQ from 75 - [RFQ 791](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-791/) - This bid is due 24 October 2023 by 2:00 PM CT. RFQ 791 Final - [Scrap Metal Agreement Re-Bid](https://grda.com/bids/scrap-metal-agreement/) - This RFP Re-Bid will close on September 29, 2023, at 2:00 p.m Central Time. This RFP will close on August 30, 2023, at 2:00 P.M. Central Time. Scrap Metal RFP Re-Bid - [RFQ 445](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-445/) - Bid opening date for this RFQ is 25 September 2023 at 2:00 PM CT. Bid Opening will take place at the Bid Express website. There will not be a Public Opening. Questions can be submitted within the RFQ at the Bid Express website until 13 September 2023 at 10:00 AM CT. Answers will be - [RFQ 502 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-502-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is August 23, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is August 21, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. Please go to www.bidexpress.com to view the solicitation document and project details. All bids and questions must be submitted via bidexpress. - [RFP 1042 Rebid (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfp-1042-rebid-bid-express/) - The bid is due 25 August 2023 by 2:00 PM Central Time. This Rebid to RFP 1042 extends the closing date from 25 August 2023 at 2:00 PM CT to 14 September 2023 at 2:00 PM CT. The rebid also extends the Q&A from 17 August 2023 at 10:00 AM CT to 7 September 2023 - [RFQ 433 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-433-bid-express/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFP is August 23, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFP is August 21, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. **AMENDMENT 1** - The bid deadline has been extended to September 13, 2023 at 2:00 PM CST. The Q&A has been extended to September 11, 2023 at 2:00 PM - [RFQ 323 (Bid Express)](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-323-bid-express/) - Bid Opening for this RFQ is 28 August 2023 at 2:00 PM CT. There will not be a public opening. Bids/Proposal will only be accepted through the Bid Express Website at www.bidexpress.com, look for RFQ 323. You must be registered through Bid Express to view the RFQ packet. There is a fee to process your - [RFQ-000471](https://grda.com/bids/rfq-000471/) - The bid submission deadline for this RFQ is September 7, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST. The question submission deadline for this RFQ is August 29, 2023 at 5:00 PM CST. 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