Albany, Oregon

Located in the central part of Oregon's most populated region, the Willamette Valley, Albany is situated at the confluence of the Calapooia River and the Willamette River. Albany is the eleventh largest city in Oregon and is the county seat of Linn County. Though most of Albany falls within Linn County, a small portion rests in Benton County. Founded in 1848, Albany is currently home to more than 50,000 residents.

Though Albany is a farming and manufacturing based city, it also depends largely on retail trade, health care and social assistance to drive its economy. Oregon Freeze Dry, incorporated in 1963, is a leading employer in the manufacturing sector. Albany has been referred to as the "Rare Metals Capital of the World" because of its production of zirconium, hafnium, and titanium. A major producer of these metals, primarily zirconium, in Albany is the Wah Chang Corporation. Also, Albany has been designated the “Grass Seed Capital of the World” as it, and the surrounding communities, are major exporters of grass seed. Other crops produced include corn, beans, mint, strawberries, and hazelnuts.

Albany's history of industry makes asbestos exposure an ongoing concern for workers and others. For your convenience, we have listed mesothelioma cancer centers located in or near Albany at the bottom of this page. If you or a loved one have been exposed to asbestos in Albany, you may benefit by seeking counsel from a mesothelioma lawyer.

Large Jobsites in Albany where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

The Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance has compiled information obtained from a number of sources to identify the following large job sites in Albany where asbestos exposure was known to have occurred. These sites are listed below. Click on them to get more detailed information.

Other Jobsites in Albany where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

These additional jobsites in Albany, OR 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 Albany, OR

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