Asbestos in Indiana

Indiana’s industrial past, particularly in manufacturing and power plants, led to asbestos exposure. Historical records show asbestos use in manufacturing facilities and construction. Documented sites include:

  • Automotive factories such as Chrysler plants in Indianapolis.
  • Steel mills such as Bethlehem Steel in Burns Harbor.
  • Older power generation plants.
Indiana Asbestos Exposure

Known Asbestos Job Sites in Indiana

Explore 1883 known asbestos sites and job-sites across Indiana.

Job SiteCityState
115 E. Jackson StreetElkhartIN
749 S. Grant AvenueIndianapolisIN
A. B. Brown Generating StationMount VernonIN
ABEXHammondIN
A. & C.DanaIN
ACandSBunker HillIN
ACandSIndianapolisIN
Accurate ProductsIndianapolisIN
ACDelcoKokomoIN
Acme Insulation WarehouseEvansvilleIN
Acme Insulation WarehouseFort WayneIN
Acme-Lees Division Of SerrickMuncieIN
Adams SchoolFort WayneIN
Adams & WestlakeElkhartIN
Advance RumelyLa PorteIN
Advance RumleyLa PorteIN
Aia Flo-Sheet MetalFort WayneIN
Air ProductsChestertonIN
Albany PaperAlbanyIN
Alby AsphaltHammondIN
AlcoaNewburghIN
AlcoaElkhartIN
AlcoaEvansvilleIN
AlcoaYankeetownIN
AlcoaLafayetteIN
AlcoaTerre HauteIN
Allen County HomeFort WayneIN
Allen County InfirmaryFort WayneIN
Allen County War Memorial ColiseumFort WayneIN
Allen Dairy ProductsFort WayneIN
Allied ChemicalSouth BendIN
Allied ChemicalGaryIN
Allied Steel ProductsHammondIN
Allis ChalmersLa PorteIN
Allisonville SchoolIndianapolisIN
AltamilIndianapolisIN
Alton Box BoardLafayetteIN
Alton PackagingEvansvilleIN
Amax CoalSullivanIN
AmblerFort WayneIN
American BechtelEvansvilleIN
American BrassTerre HauteIN
American BrewingIndianapolisIN
American BridgeGaryIN
American CanTerre HauteIN
American Car & FoundryJeffersonvilleIN
American Chemical ServiceGriffithIN
American Cleaners & DyersAndersonIN
American Coating MillsElkhartIN
American CreosotingIndianapolisIN

Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Indiana

  • Manufacturing Workers: Employees in industries like steel mills, automotive plants, and chemical factories often faced high asbestos exposure due to its use in insulation, gaskets, and other materials.
  • Construction Workers: Those involved in building construction, demolition, and renovation were exposed to asbestos in insulation, roofing materials, floor tiles, and fireproofing.
  • Power Plant Workers: Asbestos was extensively used in power plants for insulation and fireproofing, putting workers at risk.
  • Shipyard Workers: Shipbuilding and repair involved significant asbestos use, exposing workers in various trades.
  • Mechanics and Tradespeople: Mechanics, electricians, plumbers, and other tradespeople often encountered asbestos in older buildings and equipment.
Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Indiana

Indiana Asbestos Regulations and Laws

Indiana has laws and regulations in place to protect workers and the public from asbestos exposure. These are primarily enforced by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM).

Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM)

IDEM oversees asbestos management in Indiana, including:

Key Laws and Regulations

Sources

  1. Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) - Asbestos: https://www.in.gov/idem/asbestos/
  2. Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) - Standard Operating Procedures for Asbestos: https://www.in.gov/indot/projects/files/I69/FEIS_Sec2/2F_Appendix_R.pdf

Were You Harmed by Asbestos Exposure in Indiana?

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