Was asbestos used at the Mitchell Power Plant?

Yes. Mitchell Power Plant used asbestos insulation and fireproofing, placing many workers at risk for long-term exposure.

Which workers at Mitchell Power Plant faced the highest asbestos exposure?

Pipefitters, boilermakers, electricians, millwrights, and maintenance crews had the greatest risk due to frequent work near insulated equipment.

Can I still file a claim if exposure happened decades ago?

Yes. Mesothelioma often appears 20–50 years after exposure, and workers may still qualify for lawsuits or asbestos trust compensation.

Mitchell Power Plant Asbestos

Mitchell Power Plant Asbestos exposure has harmed countless workers in Marshall County and the greater Wheeling area. For decades, pipefitters, boilermakers, electricians, laborers, and contractors at the Mitchell Power Station in Moundsville, WV faced asbestos-containing insulation, gaskets, turbines, boilers, and heat-resistant materials. Many former workers are now being diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, and other asbestos-related diseases — often years after exposure.

If you or a family member worked at the Mitchell Power Plant near Wheeling and have developed an asbestos illness, you may have a strong claim for compensation.

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Asbestos Risks at Mitchell Power Plant

The Mitchell Power Station, owned by AEP/Ohio Power Company, relied heavily on asbestos for insulation and heat protection. Workers commonly encountered:

Pipe and valve insulation
Turbine and boiler lagging
Asbestos-containing gaskets and packing
Spray-on fireproofing
Thermal system insulation throughout the facility

Maintenance shutdowns, repair work, and daily operations released asbestos fibers into the air — exposing workers who had no warning and no respiratory protection.

Who Was Exposed?

Many trades faced regular exposure, including:

Electricians
Pipefitters & steamfitters
Boilermakers
Millwrights
Laborers
Maintenance workers
Contractors from Wheeling, Moundsville, Benwood & McMechen

If you worked in or around the plant—even for a short time—you may qualify for compensation.

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Why These Cases Matter

Asbestos diseases often appear 20–50 years after exposure. Many Mitchell workers are just now being diagnosed.

Compensation can include:

Medical bills
Lost wages
Pain and suffering
Wrongful death claims
Trust fund compensation
Lawsuit settlements

I have handled asbestos cases across West Virginia for decades, including Marshall County and the surrounding Northern Panhandle. No one has to navigate this alone.

Free WV Asbestos Case Review

If you or a loved one worked at the Mitchell Power Plant and developed mesothelioma, lung cancer, or another asbestos disease, legal help is available.

Call 412-781-0525 for a free consultation or contact me through the form on this page.

FAQs – Mitchell Power Plant Asbestos

1. What asbestos materials were used at the Mitchell Power Plant?

Workers at the Plant regularly encountered asbestos-containing insulation, gaskets, packing, boiler materials, turbine insulation, and pipe coverings. Maintenance, repairs, and outages released airborne fibers that put many workers at risk of mesothelioma and lung cancer.

2. Who is eligible to file a claim?

Any worker who spent time at the plant — including pipefitters, electricians, boilermakers, millwrights, laborers, and outside contractors — may qualify if they later developed mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, or another asbestos-related disease. Family members of deceased workers may also be eligible to file a wrongful death claim.

3. What compensation is available?

Compensation may include medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and settlements from asbestos product manufacturers or contractors. Many claims can also be filed through asbestos trust funds without going to trial. A free case evaluation will confirm which options apply.

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