Lake Charles Exposure Map
Documented Exposure Sites
| # | Facility | Industry | Active Period | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conoco / Phillips 66 Lake Charles | Petroleum Refining | 1943–present | Critical |
| 2 | Citgo Lake Charles Refinery | Petroleum Refining | 1940–present | Critical |
| 3 | PPG Industries Lake Charles | Chlor-Alkali Chemicals | 1952–present | Critical |
| 4 | SASOL North America | Gas-to-Liquids / Chemicals | 2014–present | Moderate |
| 5 | Calcasieu Refining (Lake Charles Refinery) | Petroleum Refining | 1937–1980 | High |
| 6 | Firestone Synthetic Rubber | Rubber Manufacturing | 1943–1985 | High |
High-Risk Trades at Lake Charles Plants
Pipefitters
Applied and removed asbestos pipe lagging throughout refinery turnarounds — highest exposure group.
Boilermakers
Boiler insulation and steam system maintenance at Lake Charles refineries and chemical plants.
Refinery Operators
Process operators worked continuously near asbestos-insulated process units.
Construction Workers
Plant construction and turnaround contractors used asbestos in insulation, fireproofing, and gaskets.
Yes. Workers at Conoco, Citgo, PPG, Firestone, and other Lake Charles industrial sites can file claims against asbestos product manufacturers (insulation, gasket, and equipment manufacturers) — not necessarily their employer directly. Louisiana’s 1-year prescription period runs from diagnosis date. Many Lake Charles workers also qualify for multiple asbestos trust fund claims simultaneously. Contact an attorney immediately after a mesothelioma diagnosis.