Dugway Proving Ground - Utah
Location
U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) is located approximately 80 miles southwest of Salt Lake City, Utah. Comprised of over 1300 square miles of high mountain desert, a land area greater than the state of Rhode Island, DPG is a closed Post with no public access. Due to the remote location, the self-contained resident community is unique since it consists of a higher number of government civilians and support contractors living on post than military personnel. The base operator's phone number is 435-831-2321, or 435-831-2278, or DSN 312-789-2278.
History
The attack on Pearl Harbor, in 1941, jarred the United States and its military forces. The nation suddenly realized a need for increased military capability in many areas, which included expanded knowledge in chemical and biological warfare. On February 12, 1942, Dugway Proving Ground was established, and testing was under way by that summer. Dugway was authorized to fill the need for testing weapons and defenses against chemical and biological weapons of mass destruction. Important projects during this early period included testing incendiary bombs, chemical weapons, and modified agents as spray disseminated from air craft. Over the years, Dugway has expanded in size to 798,855 acres. In addition to chemical and biological defensive testing and environmental characterization and remediation technology testing, Dugway is the Defense Department's leader in testing battlefield smokes and obscurants. Also, within the last few years, Emergency Responders, i.e., Civil Support Teams (CST), are able to train at Dugway and become better prepared in case of terrorist attacks or chemical/biological incidents. For more information, visit the DPG Homepage.
Mission
Dugway Proving Ground's primary mission is testing U.S. and Allied chemical and biological (CB) defense systems and performing nuclear, biological and chemical (NBC) survivability testing of defense materiel using CB agents and stimulants. With over 50 years of experience, the proving ground uses its state-of-the-art laboratories and chambers to conduct the testing under environmentally controlled conditions.
Population Served
DoD personnel, families, civilians, joint services and contractors make up the workforce and community population. There are approximately 1,200 residents on Dugway Proving Ground.
Base Transportation
There are no base transportation options (i.e., taxi's, buses, shuttles) available on post. However, civilian employees living off-post may take part in the UTA Van Pool. See the ACS Relocation Office for more details. The Army Community Service Relocation Office is located at Army Community Service, Bldg. 5124, Room 238 or you may call at 435-831-2321 or DSN 312-789-2321.
Sponsorship
If you would like a sponsor, please contact the Army Community Service Relocation Readiness Manager at 435-831-2321 or DSN 312-789-2321. Many of the organizations have their own sponsorship program and will automatically assign you a sponsor once you are selected for a position. You should receive a Welcome Packet in the mail before your arrival, as well as web site addresses for helpful information regarding Dugway and the surrounding area. Your sponsor will meet you upon arrival at Dugway. If your sponsor is unable to meet you when you arrive, please contact the ACS Relocation Manager during duty hours or contact Law Enforcement during off-duty hours at 435-831-2929. Please contact Housing, 435-831-3542, for en route mail delivery.
Temporary Quarters
There is an Army Lodge that is able to accommodate you when you arrive, if your Quarters are not immediately available. Reservations may be made in advance at 435-831-2333 or DSN 312-789-2333.
Relocation Assistance
Army Community Service (ACS) Relocation Assistance is available for all newcomers. Newcomer's Orientations are quarterly, which also include a tour of the West Desert Test Center. A lending closet is available at ACS. Some of the items available in the lending closet are dishes, silverware, portable cribs, air mattresses, car seats and high chairs. The ACS Relocation Readiness Manager may be reached at 435-831-2321 or DSN 312-789-2321 for further assistance.
Critical Installation Information
Dugway is on a 4-day workweek, Monday through Thursday, 7:00am-5:30pm. Incoming personnel should arrive during duty hours, if possible, to ensure your housing/lodging needs are met. Housing is undergoing renovations in certain areas that may result in a longer waiting period for some personnel. Please contact the Housing office immediately to obtain the status and put your name on the waiting list.