The study assessed heavy metal content in surface and subsurface soil samples from waste dumpsites in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. Samples were collected from 5 dumpsites at depths of 0-15cm and 15-30cm. Analysis found higher concentrations of iron, zinc, lead, cadmium, nickel, copper, and chromium in surface soils compared to subsurface soils. Mean metal levels generally exceeded Indian standards. This indicates percolation of heavy metals into subsurface soils poses risks of groundwater contamination. There is no proper solid waste management in the area.