Asbestos in Alabama

Alabama’s industrial past, particularly in shipbuilding and construction, led to significant asbestos use. Numerous workers and residents faced potential exposure. Historical records indicate asbestos was prevalent in shipyards, construction sites, and manufacturing facilities across the state. While naturally occurring asbestos is limited, industrial applications were widespread. Documented asbestos sites include:

  • Alabama Drydock & Shipbuilding Company (ADDSCO) in Mobile.
  • U.S. Steel Fairfield Works in Birmingham.
  • 3M Decatur Plant in Decatur.
  • Alabama Power Gorgas Steam Plant in Parrish.
  • Sites around the Alabama Army Ammunition Plant in Childersburg.
Alabama Asbestos Exposure

Known Asbestos Job Sites in Alabama

Explore 1454 known asbestos sites and job-sites across Alabama.

Job SiteCityState
Judah P. BenjaminMobileAL
JulesburgMobileAL
JulieMobileAL
KaposiaMobileAL
KathioMobileAL
Kathleen RichardsonMobileAL
Kaul LumberTuscaloosaAL
Kaul LumberBirminghamAL
KentTarrantAL
Kerr McGee ChemicalMobileAL
Ketona ChemicalTarrantAL
Ketona ChemicalKetonaAL
Keystone Metal & MoldingClantonAL
Kilby Frog & SwitchBirminghamAL
Kilby Locomotive & Machine WorksAnnistonAL
Kilby SteelAnnistonAL
Kimberly & ClarkCoosa PinesAL
Kimberly & ClarkChildersburgAL
Kimberly & ClarkWilsonvilleAL
Kimberly & ClarkMobileAL
Kimerling M & Sons IncBirminghamAL
King Pharr CanningCullmanAL
KinstonMobileAL
KirkenesMobileAL
Knit Kote Textile MillFlorenceAL
Koolman's Quick FreezeGuntersvilleAL
KoppersWoodwardAL
KoppersMontgomeryAL
KoppersStevensonAL
KoppersFairfieldAL
Koppers/Woodward IronHueytownAL
Lake LuzerneMobileAL
La MedeMobileAL
Lanett Bleachery & Dye WorksLanettAL
Lanett MillsLanettAL
Lanson IndustriesCullmanAL
LarkspurMobileAL
LaveraMobileAL
Lawrence County HospitalMoultonAL
Lawton B. EvansMobileAL
L.C. Young Ice CreamMontgomeryAL
Lehigh CementLeedsAL
Lehigh Portland CementTarrantAL
Leroy Power PlantLeroyAL
Lily Ice CreamGadsdenAL
Linde Air ProductsMobileAL
Linde Air ProductsHuntsvilleAL
Line MaterialBirminghamAL
Linen ThreadAnnistonAL
Little Big HornMobileAL

Were You Harmed by Asbestos Exposure in Alabama?

If you or a loved one is sick or passed away due to asbestos, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation. Alabama law protects victims of asbestos exposure. We can assist you in understanding your legal options.