Cheshire, Ohio

Cheshire is a village along the Ohio River in the State of Ohio. As of the 2000 census, the population was just over 200 residents, but that number has been greatly reduced following a buyout by American Electric Power, and today Cheshire is virtually a ghost town. Since the mid-1950s, power generation has been the primary industry in Cheshire. The Kyger Creek Power Plant, a coal-fired power station currently operated by the Ohio Valley Electric Corporation, went online in 1955. At the time, it was the second largest power plant ever built by a private enterprise. Just up the river is the General James M. Gavin Power Plant, operated by American Electric Power. The Gavin plant, with a 2.6-Gigawatt output, is the largest coal-fired power plant in Ohio.

Cheshire was first settled about 1794, and was primarily a rural farming community for much of its existence. In the latter half of the 19th century, coal mining was Cheshire’s chief non-agricultural activity. Mining activity continued until 1999, although it slowed considerably after the 1950s. Cheshire incorporated as a village in 1954. American Electric Power constructed the Gavin power plant in 1975. At full capacity, the plant burns about 25,000 tons of pulverized coal daily. Groundwater contaminants from fly ash and toxic atmospheric emissions from the plant have been recorded. Concerned about pollutants emanating from the plant, including sulfurous clouds and toxic rain, residents suggested a buyout in 2000. AEP agreed, offering a $20 million settlement to village property owners. Although a few residents remain in Cheshire, most have left the village, and AEP has announced plans to create a coal docking and storage facility on the property.

Cheshire's history of power generation activity raises concerns of asbestos exposure for workers and their loved ones. Workers exposed to asbestos may be at risk for malignant mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. Mesothelioma oncologists in and around Cheshire are listed at the bottom of this page. If you were exposed to asbestos in Cheshire and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you should also consider contacting a mesothelioma law firm.

Jobsites in Cheshire where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Cheshire, OH 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 Cheshire, OH

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

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