Base Background
Location
1750, Bergstrom Dr, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, 57706, United States
Years of Operation
1942-1993
Bergstrom Air Force Base opened during World War II, and became a permanent installation following the war. Following decades of military operations, the site became the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in the 90’s.
Known Toxins
The following chart outlines the toxins associated with this military location and the potential effects of exposure.*
| Toxin | Potential Effects | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong | Good | Limited | ||
| PFAS (Firefighting Foam) | Potential Effects | - | - | Testicular cancer, Renal (kidney) cancer, Prostate cancer |
If you were stationed at Bergstrom Air Force Base and later experienced adverse health effects, you may be eligible for compensation.
*Effects are according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry unless otherwise noted.
