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Asbestos in Texas

Texas's oil and gas industry and construction led to widespread asbestos presence. Historical records show asbestos use in oil refineries, shipyards, and construction projects. Documented sites include:

  • ExxonMobil Baytown Refinery in Baytown.
  • Todd Shipyards in Galveston.
  • Chevron Phillips Chemical Plants in various locations.
  • Goodyear Tire & Rubber Plant in Houston.
  • Various locations within the port of Port Freeport.
Texas Asbestos Exposure

Known Asbestos Job Sites in Texas

Explore 3687 known asbestos sites and job-sites across Texas.

Job SiteCityState
1010 North Saint MarysSan AntonioTX
1121 RothwellHoustonTX
1401 CollegeLevellandTX
1St City National BankHoustonTX
1St Federal Savings & LoanAustinTX
1St National BankSan AntonioTX
1St National BankKerrvilleTX
2001 Bryan TowerDallasTX
2016 MainHoustonTX
322 D Breesport StreetSan AntonioTX
4101 San JacintoHoustonTX
4714 Buffalo TrailAmarilloTX
501 DaytonOrangeTX
5050 Westheimer BuildingHoustonTX
5521 Armour DriveHoustonTX
ABASCOAddisonTX
A-B ChemicalDeer ParkTX
ABC MachinesHoustonTX
AberHoustonTX
Abilene BoilerAbileneTX
Abitibi Consolidated PaperSheldonTX
Abitibi Consolidated PaperLufkinTX
Able InsulationPort ArthurTX
Able SupplyHoustonTX
ABM MachineryAustinTX
A. Brandy & CompanyFort WorthTX
ACandSBeaumontTX
ACandSSan AntonioTX
ACandSDallasTX
ACandSWichita FallsTX
ACandSGalvestonTX
ACandSHoustonTX
Acbo Aluminum And Brass PlantHoustonTX
A.C. Horn PlantHoustonTX
Acme BrickFort WorthTX
Acme BrickBridgeportTX
Acme CooperageDallasTX
Acme Insulation & SupplyDallasTX
Acme LaundryEl PasoTX
A.C. Miller LumberJacksonvilleTX
A. CourchesneEl PasoTX
Acoustical ProductsHoustonTX
ActitechShermanTX
Adair InsulatingOdessaTX
Adams Food StoreBurnetTX
Administration BuildingMesquiteTX
Administration BuildingMidlandTX
Administration BuildingFort WorthTX
Admiral Linen ServicesFort WorthTX
A.E. CaldwellHoustonTX

Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Texas

  • Oil and Gas Workers: Asbestos was widely used in refineries, pipelines, and other oil and gas infrastructure for insulation and fireproofing (Example: ExxonMobil refineries in Baytown and Beaumont).
  • Shipyard Workers: Texas's long coastline and shipbuilding history exposed workers to asbestos used in ship construction and repair (Example: AMFELS Shipyard - Brownsville, Brown Shipbuilding Company)
  • Construction Workers: Asbestos was a common component of insulation, roofing, flooring, and fireproofing materials in older buildings across the state (Example: Schools, hospitals, and government buildings constructed before the 1980s).
  • Power Plant Workers: Asbestos was extensively used in power generation facilities for insulation and fireproofing (Example: Luminant power plants throughout Texas).
Occupations with High Asbestos Exposure in Texas

Texas Asbestos Regulations and Laws

Texas has implemented laws and regulations to protect workers and the public from asbestos exposure. These regulations are primarily enforced by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).

Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)

The DSHS oversees asbestos abatement activities, including:

Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)

The TWC enforces workplace safety regulations related to asbestos exposure, including:

Key Laws and Regulations

Sources

  1. Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) - Asbestos: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/asbestos-program
  2. Texas Workforce Commission (TWC): https://www.twc.texas.gov/
  3. Texas Legislature - Occupations Code, Chapter 504: https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/OC/htm/OC.504.htm

Were You Harmed by Asbestos Exposure in Texas?

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