Texas City, Texas

Situated along the southwestern shoreline of Galveston Bay, Texas City is a busy deepwater port in the Mainland Texas Gulf Coast area in Galveston County seven miles from Galveston and eleven miles from the Gulf of Mexico. Incorporated in 1911, Texas City is home to more than 41,000 residents.

Within the last century, the Texas City area has become a major global economic power featuring one of the largest ports in the country, it is a gateway to worldwide trade and a major hub for world energy supplies. Its industrial base comes from a petrochemical industry with significant base operations. They include BP, Marathon-Ashland Petroleum, Sterling Chemical, and Dow Chemicals. In addition to providing jobs, these companies contribute greatly to the community and local economy. The Texas City Industrial Complex is a leading center of the petrochemical industry. Within this complex the Texas City Refinery operated by BP is the second largest petroleum refinery in Texas and third largest in the United States. The Port of Texas City became the third leading port in Texas by tonnage and ninth in the United States. Other sectors/industries that drive Texas City's economy are residential, commercial, retail, marine, entertainment and environmental developments, higher education, tourism, health care, sports, transportation, birding, fishing, boating and restaurants.

We have confirmed that Texas City, Texas has many jobsites where asbestos exposure has occurred. If you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos in Texas City, you should consider contacting an asbestos lawyer.

Large Jobsites in Texas City 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 Texas City where asbestos exposure was known to have occurred. These sites are listed below. Click on them to get more detailed information.

Other Jobsites in Texas City where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

These additional jobsites in Texas City, TX 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 Texas City, TX

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

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