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Asbestos in Nevada

Nevada's mining and industrial history, including military activities, resulted in asbestos presence across the state. Historical records show asbestos use in mining operations, construction, and military installations. Documented sites include:

  • Mining areas around Las Vegas and Reno.
  • Construction sites related to the development of Las Vegas.
  • Military installations such as Nellis Air Force Base.
Nevada Asbestos Exposure

Known Asbestos Job Sites in Nevada

Explore 166 known asbestos sites and job-sites across Nevada.

Job SiteCityState
1450 Vassar StreetRenoNV
Abbott SupplySparksNV
ACandSRenoNV
Airco VikingVerdiNV
Aladdin Hotel & CasinoLas VegasNV
Allied InsulationNorth Las VegasNV
Allied InsulationLas VegasNV
American BonateLas VegasNV
American Linen SupplyLas VegasNV
American Potash & ChemicalHendersonNV
American Potash & ChemicalLas VegasNV
Angelica LinenLas VegasNV
Apex PlasteringLas VegasNV
Atomic Energy CommissionMercuryNV
Atomic TestMercuryNV
Bariou Div. Nat. LeadDunphyNV
Basic InccorporatedGabbsNV
Basic MagnesiumHendersonNV
Blue Diamond MiningArdenNV
Blue Diamond MiningBlue DiamondNV
Brinely Jr High SchoolLas VegasNV
Caesar's PalaceLas VegasNV
Catalytic ConstructionMercuryNV
Centennial ColiseumRenoNV
Clark County Community CollegeLas VegasNV
Clark County Convention CenterLas VegasNV
Clark Station Power PlantLas VegasNV
Coral Reef InnRenoNV
Court HouseLas VegasNV
Desert InnLas VegasNV
Desert Research InstituteRenoNV
DorconRenoNV
Dorr-OliverRenoNV
Duke EnergyMoapa ValleyNV
Dunes HotelLas VegasNV
Eagle PicherLovelockNV
Eagle PicherRenoNV
Eagle PicherClarkNV
Edward C Reed High SchoolSparksNV
Elko High SchoolElkoNV
Ely, NevadaElyNV
Fallon Naval Air StationFallonNV
Federal BuildingRenoNV
FibreboardLas VegasNV
First National BankRenoNV
Fitzgeralds HotelRenoNV
Fort Churchill Generating StationYeringtonNV
Fremont HotelLas VegasNV
Giroux Consolidated MinesElyNV
Golden HotelRenoNV

Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Nevada

  • Miners: Asbestos mining occurred in Nevada, exposing workers to high levels of asbestos fibers (Example: Vermiculite mines in areas like Sloan).
  • Construction Workers: Asbestos was commonly used in insulation, roofing, flooring, and other building materials in older structures, particularly in Las Vegas and Reno (Example: Casinos, hotels, and government buildings constructed before the 1980s).
  • Military Personnel: Military bases and facilities in Nevada may contain asbestos in buildings and equipment (Example: Nellis Air Force Base).
  • Power Plant Workers: Asbestos was used extensively for insulation and fireproofing in power plants across the state (Example: Nevada Power Company facilities).
Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Nevada

Nevada Asbestos Regulations and Laws

Nevada has enacted laws and regulations to protect workers and the public from asbestos exposure. These regulations are primarily enforced by the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) and the Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Administration (NV OSHA).

Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP)

NDEP oversees asbestos abatement activities, including:

Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Administration (NV OSHA)

NV OSHA enforces workplace safety regulations related to asbestos exposure, including:

Key Laws and Regulations:

Sources

  1. Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) - Asbestos: https://ndep.nv.gov/
  2. Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Administration (NV OSHA): https://dir.nv.gov/OSHA/
  3. University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Research on Naturally Occurring Asbestos: https://www.unlv.edu/sciences/research/natural-asbestos

Were You Harmed by Asbestos Exposure in Nevada?

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