Frd No 8 is a local government-owned dam located in Marion, Kansas, designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. This earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a length of 975 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1070 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 3.22 square miles. With a spillway width of 40 feet and a maximum discharge rate of 1800 cubic feet per second, Frd No 8 is equipped to handle moderate flood risks with a low hazard potential.

The dam is regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. It is not rated for condition assessment and does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared. Despite its low hazard potential, Frd No 8 poses a moderate risk due to its location and design characteristics, prompting the need for risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure. Its association with the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating flood risks and protecting communities in the region.