Houston Ship Channel Refineries
Houston, Texas
Important: If you or a loved one worked at Houston Ship Channel Refineries and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or asbestosis, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Statutes of limitations apply - contact an attorney today.
History of Houston Ship Channel Refineries
The Houston Ship Channel has been the heart of America's petrochemical industry since the early 1900s. Stretching 52 miles from the Port of Houston to Galveston Bay, the channel hosts one of the largest concentrations of refineries and chemical plants in the world. During the industry's expansion from the 1940s through the 1980s, asbestos was ubiquitous in refinery construction and maintenance.
⚠️ Asbestos Products Used at This Facility
Worker Exposure at Houston Ship Channel Refineries
Refinery workers along the Houston Ship Channel faced constant asbestos exposure. Pipefitters, insulators, boilermakers, and maintenance workers handled asbestos-containing materials daily. The extreme heat of refinery operations required extensive insulation, much of it containing asbestos. During turnarounds (planned maintenance shutdowns), workers would remove and replace insulation in confined spaces with poor ventilation, dramatically increasing fiber exposure. Contract workers moved between multiple facilities, compounding their exposure risk.
🏥 Health Impact on Workers
The Houston Ship Channel has produced one of the highest concentrations of mesothelioma cases in the United States. Texas has more mesothelioma deaths than any other state, with a significant portion linked to petrochemical work along the Ship Channel. Family members have also developed mesothelioma from secondary exposure to fibers brought home on work clothes.
Legal History & Compensation
Houston has become a major center for asbestos litigation due to the Ship Channel's history. Thousands of lawsuits have been filed against oil companies, refiners, and asbestos product manufacturers. Some of the largest mesothelioma verdicts in U.S. history have come from Houston juries.
📍 Current Status
The Ship Channel refineries continue to operate as a vital part of America's energy infrastructure. Modern safety regulations prohibit new asbestos use, but legacy asbestos remains in older facilities. Strict abatement protocols are required for any maintenance work that might disturb asbestos-containing materials.
Worked at Houston Ship Channel Refineries? You May Be Entitled to Compensation
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