Grand Prairie Armed Forces Reserve Complex
Grand Prairie, TX
Known Toxins1
Years of Operation1929-1998
Base Background
Grand Prairie Armed Forces Reserve Base opened in 1929 as Hensley Field. It has also been called Naval Air Station Dallas. This site functioned as an aviation training and logistics center until its closure in 1998.
Known Toxins
The following chart outlines the medical conditions associated with toxic exposure at this base, classified by the strength of evidence required (strong, good or limited).* Please keep in mind that it is not a complete list.
| Toxin | Potential Effects & Strength of Evidence Needed | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong | Good | Limited | ||
| PFAS (Firefighting Foam) | Potential Effects & Strength of Evidence Needed | - | - | Testicular cancer Renal (kidney) cancer... Prostate cancer |
Veterans who were stationed at Grand Prairie Armed Forces Reserve Complex and developed conditions related to toxic exposure may be eligible for monthly compensation, as well as disabled veteran benefits for themselves and their families. Contact our Texas VA disability lawyers for a free evaluation of your case.
*Effects are according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry unless otherwise noted.