East Alton, Illinois

Established in 1893, the village of East Alton is located approximately 20 miles northeast of St. Louis and is home to 7,000 residents. East Alton’s proximity to St. Louis places it in the Greater Metropolitan area, thus the attractions and facilities of big-city life are available to village residents. The largest employers in East Alton are Olin Corporation and Alton Memorial Hospital.

Two decades after its founding, East Alton’s first noteworthy manufacturing industry was conceived. Franklin Olin founded the Olin-Mathieson Chemical Corporation. Olin began as an ammunition company but has since broken new ground in the research, development, and delivery of custom-made copper and copper-alloy products. Today, Olin produces over 60 copper-based alloys and holds more than 37 United States’ patents for high performance alloys, and another 39 United States’ patents to other processing and technical capabilities. East Alton also became home to Federal Steel, a full-service steel fabrication and erection company that currently maintains facilities in town.

Use of asbestos containing products in East Alton’s manufacturing and construction industries has been a longstanding problem. We provide information about mesothelioma treatment options near East Alton, IL at the bottom of this page. Additionally, asbestos attorneys may be able to give guidance if you were exposed to asbestos in East Alton and then diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Jobsites in East Alton where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in East Alton, IL 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 East Alton, IL

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