Asbestos in Kentucky

Kentucky’s industrial history, despite lacking natural deposits, led to asbestos exposure. Historical records document asbestos use in older buildings and workplaces. Documented sites include:

  • Older power generation plants.
  • Construction sites within the larger cities.
  • Manufacturing plants along the Ohio River.
Kentucky Asbestos Exposure

Known Asbestos Job Sites in Kentucky

Explore 938 known asbestos sites and job-sites across Kentucky.

Job SiteCityState
1St Federal Savings & LoanFranklinKY
2316 Watterson TrailLouisvilleKY
662 Lindell Street, Apartment BuildingLouisvilleKY
ACandSLouisvilleKY
A.C. Lawrence LeatherAshlandKY
Acme MillsHopkinsvilleKY
Acme Newport SteelNewportKY
Aetna OilLouisvilleKY
AircoCalvert CityKY
Air ProductsCalvert CityKY
Albert Rich MotelLouisvilleKY
Alex J Barrett Junior High SchoolLouisvilleKY
Allied ChemicalAshlandKY
Alton Box BoardLouisvilleKY
Aluminum ServiceUticaKY
American Air FilterLouisvilleKY
American Air FilterShelbyvilleKY
American Medicinal SpiritsLouisvilleKY
American Radiator & Standard SanitaryLouisvilleKY
American Rubber & ChemicalLouisvilleKY
American SuppliersLexingtonKY
American SyntheticLouisvilleKY
American Textile WoolenLouisvilleKY
American TobaccoLouisvilleKY
American TobaccoOwensboroKY
American Water Works & ElectricLexingtonKY
AmstanLouisvilleKY
AnacondaLouisvilleKY
AnacondaHendersonKY
Anaconda Wire & CableLa GrangeKY
Anderson ManufacturingLouisvilleKY
Andrews SteelNewportKY
Anglo-American MillOwensboroKY
Appalachian Regional HospitalHarlanKY
Appalachian Regional HospitalWhitesburgKY
Appalachian Regional HospitalSouth WilliamsonKY
Appliance ParkLouisvilleKY
ArkemaCarrolltonKY
Arkla Air ConditioningLouisvilleKY
Arkla Indust.LouisvilleKY
ARMCOAshlandKY
Asbury CollegeWilmoreKY
Asher Coal MiningWasiotoKY
Asher Coal MiningVarillaKY
Ashland Artificial IceAshlandKY
Ashland AsphaltAshlandKY
Ashland Fire BrickAshlandKY
Ashland FloorAshlandKY
Ashland Iron & MiningAshlandKY
Ashland LeatherAshlandKY

Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Kentucky

  • Construction workers: Involved in building and demolition projects, especially those involving older structures.
  • Industrial workers: Employed in manufacturing plants, power plants, shipyards, and chemical processing facilities.
  • Mechanics: Working on vehicles, machinery, and equipment that may contain asbestos components (e.g., brakes, gaskets).
  • Military personnel: Serving in older military bases or ships where asbestos was used in construction and insulation.
Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Kentucky

Kentucky Asbestos Regulations and Laws

Kentucky follows federal regulations and has its own state-specific rules to minimize asbestos exposure and protect public health. Key agencies and regulations include:

Kentucky Division for Air Quality (KDAQ)

KDAQ enforces the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for asbestos, which covers asbestos abatement projects, demolition, and renovation activities. This includes requirements for:

Kentucky Occupational Safety and Health (KY OSH)

KY OSH sets workplace safety standards to protect workers from asbestos exposure. These standards include:

Key Laws and Regulations

Sources

  1. Kentucky Division for Air Quality (KDAQ): https://eec.ky.gov/Environmental-Protection/Air/Pages/default.aspx
  2. Kentucky Occupational Safety and Health Surveillance Program (KOSHS): https://kiprc.uky.edu/programs/kentucky-occupational-safety-and-health-surveillance-koshs-program
  3. Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC): https://eec.ky.gov/

Were You Harmed by Asbestos Exposure in Kentucky?

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