Golden, Colorado

Originally founded as a mining camp during Pike's Peak Gold Rush of 1859, the city of Golden, Colorado is the county seat of Jefferson County and has a population of about 18,000. Golden lies just west of Denver at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, situated between Lookout Mountain and the two Tables Mountains. On January 3, 1871, Golden was formally incorporated as a city.

Golden quickly became a leading economic and political center of the region, so much so that the city was named capital of the federally recognized Colorado Territory in 1862, continuing as such until 1867. As a crossroads and gateway of important roads leading to the mountains, Golden developed into a regional center of trade and industry. By the turn of the 20th century Golden was home to three flour mills, five smelters, the first railroad into the Colorado mountains, Coors Brewery, brick works, and the only paper mill west of Missouri. Coors Brewery first opened its doors in 1873 and currently maintains facilities in Golden. Coors Brewery, a regional division of the world's fifth largest brewing company, the Molson Coors Brewing Company, is the third largest brewer in the United States and the largest single brewery facility in the world. Golden also houses the Colorado School of Mines, a public teaching and research university devoted to engineering and applied science with a special concentration on the development and stewardship of the earth's natural resources.

For many years, asbestos containing products were used at manufacturing, construction, and industrial sites such as those found in Golden, Colorado. Workers exposed to asbestos may be at risk to develop malignant mesothelioma, an asbestos-related cancer. Mesothelioma doctors and cancer centers near Golden are listed at the bottom of this page. Additionally, asbestos lawyers may be able to offer legal advice if you were exposed to asbestos in Golden and then diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Jobsites in Golden where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Golden, CO 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 Golden, CO

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Golden, CO. 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 Golden, CO

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