Power Plants and Asbestos Exposure in Ohio and Oklahoma


Ohio

  1. Beckjord Power Plant: A coal-fired power plant located along the Ohio River, this facility has a history of using asbestos-containing materials, which were common in older power plants for their heat resistance and fireproofing properties.
  2. Cardinal Power Plant: Situated in Brilliant, Ohio, this power plant has asbestos in its insulation and other materials, posing potential health risks to workers and visitors exposed to the hazardous fibers.
  3. Conesville Power Plant: Located in Conesville, Ohio, this plant utilized asbestos for its thermal insulation capabilities. Older facilities like this often contain asbestos in pipes, boilers, and other equipment.
  4. Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Plant: This nuclear power plant, located near Oak Harbor, Ohio, has historical uses of asbestos in its construction materials, used for fireproofing and insulation purposes.
  5. Muskingum Power Station: Situated near Waterford, Ohio, this power station included asbestos materials in its original construction, particularly for insulating boilers, turbines, and pipes.
  6. Perry Nuclear Power Plant: Located on the shores of Lake Erie in North Perry, Ohio, this nuclear plant also contains asbestos materials, which were standard in many facilities built in the 20th century.
  7. Sammis Power Station: This coal-fired power plant in Stratton, Ohio, historically used asbestos-containing materials for its insulation, exposing workers to potential health risks over time.

Oklahoma

  1. Ponca City Municipal Electric System: This municipal electric system in Ponca City, Oklahoma, includes facilities that may contain asbestos in their older equipment and insulation, posing health hazards to workers handling these materials.