Port Angeles, Washington

The City of Port Angeles is the county seat of Clallam County, Washington. Located on the Olympic Peninsula along the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Port Angeles has a population of just over 19,000. At various times, the forestry and fishing industries have dominated the local economy, while service industries and high-tech manufacturing have increased in recent years. Notable employers include aircraft parts maker Angeles Composite Technologies, Nippon Paper Industries and Westport Shipyards. Port Angeles is also home to Peninsula College.

Built on the site of two Klallam native villages, Port Angeles became a military reserve in 1862. Port Angeles was incorporated in 1890. 1912 brought the railroads, and Port Angeles's first sawmill, known as "the Big Mill". By the time of its closure in the 1930s, more wood products mills were in operation. The Crescent Boxboard Company, which later became Fibreboard, began operating in 1918. Fibreboard closed its doors in 1970. The Crown Zellerbach mill, originally the Washington Pulp and Paper Company, constructed a new paper mill in Port Angeles in 1920. The mill is currently owned and operated by Nippon Paper Industries. The Rayonier pulp mill which was established in 1929, ceased to operate in 1997. In the late 20th century, the forestry and fishing industries have slowed, in part due to concerns about sustainability. Companies such as Elwha Fish Company and forestry management firm Merrill & Ring reflect the increased attention to environmental balance.

Port Angeles has a lengthy history of manufacturing and construction in industries known for their use of asbestos-containing materials, making asbestos exposure, and the risk of mesothelioma, a cause for concern. Mesothelioma treatment options in and around Port Angeles are listed at the bottom of the page. If you were exposed to asbestos in Port Angeles, you may benefit from seeking the advice of a mesothelioma lawyer.

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

Other Jobsites in Port Angeles where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

These additional jobsites in Port Angeles, WA 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 Port Angeles, WA

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

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