Moss Landing, California

Moss Landing is a census-designated place, with an estimated population of 200, in Monterey County, California. Occupying a total area of 0.6 square miles, the historic fishing village is located on the Pajaro Valley Consolidated Railroad 15 miles north-northeast of Monterey.

Moss Landing was called Moss until 1917 when it was changed to its present day name. The name honors Charles Moss, who with a partner, built a wharf in the village, which eventually became recognized as a busy whaling port. Today, Moss Landing is home to the Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, a multi-campus research facility of California State University; and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, a sister organization to the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Moss Landing's most notable landmark is the Moss Landing Power Plant. The natural gas plant produces 2,538 megawatts, is wholly owned by Dynegy, and is visible from Santa Cruz, California to the north and Monterey, California to the south on clear days.

Moss Landing has numerous jobsites where asbestos exposure occurred. Those who worked with and/or around asbestos containing materials are potentially at risk to develop asbestos cancer. For your convenience, we have listed mesothelioma cancer centers located in or near Moss Landing at the bottom of this page. If you were diagnosed with mesothelioma in Moss Landing, California, you may also benefit from seeking the advice of a mesothelioma attorney.

Jobsites in Moss Landing where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Moss Landing, CA have been identified as harboring asbestos containing materials. These sites, at one point in their history, were known to have exposed a variety of tradesmen to asbestos. We will be documenting in more detail how asbestos exposure occurred at these sites in the future on this web site.

Mesothelioma Cancer Centers Near Moss Landing, CA

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Moss Landing, CA. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered, professional designations, areas of expertise and how to contact the center.

Mesothelioma Doctors Near Moss Landing, CA

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors who are located within a 100 mile radius of Moss Landing, CA. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about his/her background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations and office locations.