Dd No 8, located in Greenwood County, Kansas, is a local government-owned dam constructed in 1985 for flood risk reduction along the Bachelor Creek-TR river. With a height of 24 feet and a length of 900 feet, this earth dam has a capacity to store 316.4 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage of 45.2 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 10.2 acres and has a drainage area of 0.69 square miles, with a maximum discharge of 1200 cubic feet per second.

Despite its low hazard potential, Dd No 8 is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and undergoes state inspections, permitting, and enforcement. The dam has a spillway width of 40 feet and is categorized as uncontrolled, with no outlet gates. While the condition of the dam is not rated, it has a moderate risk assessment score of 3, indicating some level of risk that requires attention. Overall, Dd No 8 plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area, showcasing the importance of local government-owned infrastructure in protecting communities from water-related hazards.