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
University Of AlabamaTuscaloosaAL
University Of Alabama Medical CenterBirminghamAL
U.S. SteelConcordAL
U.S. SteelWenonahAL
U.S. SteelBirminghamAL
U.S. SteelFairfieldAL
USXFairfieldAL
USXConcordAL
V.A. FoggMobileAL
VA HospitalTuskegeeAL
VA HospitalSmiths StationAL
VA HospitalBirminghamAL
Valiant TorchMobileAL
Valley PackingHuntsvilleAL
VanguardBirminghamAL
Vanity Fair MillsJacksonAL
Vanity Fair MillsMonroevilleAL
V.C. ChemicalBirminghamAL
Vehicular Tunnel SystemMobileAL
VentoseMobileAL
Virginia Carolina ChemicalMobileAL
Virginia Carolina ChemicalBirminghamAL
VirgoMobileAL
Vulcan MaterialsBirminghamAL
Vulcan MaterialsBessemerAL
Vulcan Rivet & BoltBirminghamAL
Wagon BoxMobileAL
Wagon MoundMobileAL
W. A. Handley ManufacturingRoanokeAL
Wahoo SwampMobileAL
Walker Williams LumberHatchechubbeeAL
Wamco SwampMobileAL
Wang BuccaneerMobileAL
Wang CavalierMobileAL
War BonnetMobileAL
Warneco At The Warner Manufacturing PlantDothanAL
Warren SupplyHuntsvilleAL
Warrent WarehouseMobileAL
Washington TraderMobileAL
WashitaMobileAL
Waterman SteamshipMobileAL
West End Baptist ChurchMobileAL
Western Drive Meador WhseMobileAL
Western ElectricMobileAL
Western ElectricFairhopeAL
Western GrainBirminghamAL
WesthamptonMobileAL
Westinghouse Electric & ManufacturingMontevalloAL
Westinghouse Electric & ManufacturingReformAL
West Point ManufacturingWest PointAL

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.