Picatinny Arsenal
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Location
213, New Jersey 15, Wharton, New Jersey, 07885, United States
Years of Operation
1880-Present
Picatinny Arsenal opened in 1880 as the Dover Powder Depot. The site was later renamed Picatinny Powder Depot. During World War II, this location became a production site for large ammunition. It continued armament activities through the 20th century, and it’s currently a hub for military scientists, engineers, and technicians.
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 Picatinny Arsenal 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.