Yuma Proving Ground
Yuma, AZ
Known Toxins1
Years of Operation1850-Present
Base Background
U.S. Yuma Proving Ground has a long history in Arizona. The site first opened in 1850 as Fort Yuma, and the Yuma Quartermaster Depot opened in the same location in 1865. After these facilities closed, the Yuma Test Branch opened in 1943. The site was then renamed the Yuma Proving Ground when the U.S. Army Materiel Command took over operations in 1962.
The main function of Yuma Proving Ground is the testing of ammunition, artillery systems, and air delivery.
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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong | Good | Limited | ||
| PFAS (Firefighting Foam) | Potential Effects | - | - | Testicular cancer Renal (kidney) cancer... Prostate cancer |
If you were stationed or worked at Yuma Proving Ground and have experienced adverse health effects, you could be eligible for monthly compensation and disabled veteran benefits. Contact our Arizona VA disability lawyers for a free case evaluation.
*Effects are according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry unless otherwise noted.