Western Gas Resources No. 8 is a private earth dam located in Johnson, Wyoming, designed by S. Bruce of Bruce Engineering, Inc. Completed in 2004, this dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes on a tributary of East Flying Creek. With a height of 50 feet and a hydraulic height of 45 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 234 acre-feet and a surface area of 11.7 acres.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Western Gas Resources No. 8 is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 14 feet, and it features a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate. The last inspection in June 2017 deemed the dam to be in acceptable condition, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.

Located on County Road in Wyoming, this dam poses a moderate risk level and is situated within Congressional District 00, represented by Liz Cheney. With a drainage area of 0.1 square miles and a maximum discharge of 973 cubic feet per second, Western Gas Resources No. 8 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, showcasing the intersection of infrastructure, climate, and environmental stewardship.