Pensacola Dam was the first hydroelectric facility in the state. 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 4
, OK Structural LandmarksCherokee State Park is located in northeastern Oklahoma on the shores of Grand Lake O' the Cherokees. Grand Lake is one of Oklahoma's largest lakes with over 59,000 surface acres and 1,300 miles of shoreline. Grand Lake's Pensacola Dam was constructed in 1940
, OK State ParksBernice State Park is located on the water front of Grand Lake, an area described as the "Crappie Fishing Capitol of the State."
, OK State ParksThe American White Pelican - Pelicans have lived in our world for over 35,000,000
, OK BirdwatchingCherokee Queen I has been one of Grand Lake's most popular and unique attractions sinceshewas assembled and launched in 1945. Over the years, her original charm and character have been enhanced so thqtshe really is reminiscent of the heyday of riverboats on the mississippi. This twin-decked, 67'
, OK CruisesWorking ranch with a variety of animals, Native American Crafts and buffalo jerky. ...