Trenton, Michigan

Trenton, a city in Wayne County, occupies 7.3 square miles in the southeastern portion of Michigan. Home to over 20,000 citizens, Trenton is part of Downriver, a collection of mostly blue-collar communities south of Detroit on the western bank of the Detroit River. Trenton is bounded by Grosse Ile to the east, Riverview to the north, Brownstown Township to the west and south and Woodhaven to the west. Founded in 1834 as Truaxton, the city received its present day name in 1850, and incorporated as a city in 1857. Through the late 1880s Trenton, like several downriver communities, was a bustling river town known for its extensive shipyards. Trenton's location along the Detroit River continues to be an invaluable asset, offering water recreation and future industrial and commercial expansion.

Presently, there are approximately fifteen manufacturing establishments in Trenton which produce an array of products including cement, plastics, steel, chemicals, gasoline, fuel oils, and boats. Many residents are employed in the city's factories such as the Chrysler Trenton Engine Plant, Solutia Corporation, and the Trenton Channel Power Plant. Other large employers in Trenton include Detroit Edison, and DSC, Ltd. Oakwood South Shore Hospital (formerly known as Seaway Hospital) is located within city limits and has 203 beds. The former McLouth Steel plant is also located in Trenton.

Trenton, Michigan has a concentrated history of manufacturing during a period when asbestos-containing materials were widely used. Workers and loved ones exposed to asbestos may be at risk for mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. Mesothelioma treatment facilities in and around Trenton are listed at the bottom of this page. If you were diagnosed with mesothelioma in Trenton, you may also benefit from seeking the advice of an asbestos attorney.

Jobsites in Trenton where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Trenton, MI 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 Trenton, MI

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

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