Bay City Asbestos Sites were a major part of Michigan’s manufacturing history. For decades, employees in shipbuilding, power generation, and foundries handled asbestos products used for heat insulation and machinery repair.
Pipefitters, boilermakers, and millwrights often worked in confined areas surrounded by asbestos-covered pipes, boilers, and turbines. Because these materials were durable and cheap, asbestos use persisted across Bay County industries well into the late 1970s.
Today, many former Bay City workers are being diagnosed with mesothelioma and other asbestos-related illnesses caused by exposure during their employment.
Major Bay City Asbestos Job Sites
- Defoe Shipbuilding Company
- Dow Chemical facilities near Bay City
- Consumers Energy’s Weadock and Karn plants
- General Motors foundries and fabrication shops
- Paper mills and local refineries along the Saginaw River
Each of these Bay City Asbestos Sites used asbestos insulation, gaskets, and refractory materials that released dangerous fibers into the air.
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Legal Options for Bay City Workers
If you worked at one of these Bay City facilities and later developed an asbestos-related illness, you may qualify for compensation through asbestos bankruptcy trusts or civil litigation.
Attorney Lee W. Davis has decades of experience handling Michigan asbestos cases, including thousands of GM foundry claims from the 1990s. He can help identify exposure sources and navigate the legal process.
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If you or a loved one developed mesothelioma after working at a Bay City Asbestos Site, contact the Law Offices of Lee W. Davis for a free, no-obligation consultation.
📞 (412) 781-0525 or visit LeeWDavis.com to learn more.
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FAQ – Bay City Asbestos Sites
Which Bay City industries used asbestos?
Shipbuilding, chemical production, power plants, and metal fabrication relied heavily on asbestos insulation for heat control.
How long after exposure can symptoms appear?
Mesothelioma may take 20–50 years to develop after initial asbestos contact.
Can I still file a claim after the plant closed?
Yes. Claims can often be filed against former manufacturers or trust funds even decades after a site shut down.