Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Stevens Point is the largest city in and the county seat of Portage County, located in central Wisconsin on the Wisconsin River; it is home to more than 25,000 residents. Incorporated in 1858, downtown Stevens Point is rich in historical and architectural significance, and has preserved dozens of buildings important to the heritage of the city. The University of Wisconsin campus, Mid-State Technical College, and Saint Michael's Hospital are all located in Stevens Point. In 2010, Stevens Point was ranked 6th as the "Best Place to Raise a Family" by Forbes.com.

Today industries such as manufacturing, transportation, insurance, service utilities, construction, and education have replaced the lumber mills and trading posts that once dominated the Wisconsin River shore . The economic life of Stevens Point continues to expand and diversify as older companies such as Kimberly Clark, grow and newer organizations open. Major employers in the area include Neenah Paper Inc., Sentry Insurance, Community Care of Central Wisconsin, Delta Dental of Wisconsin, Lands’ End, Stevens Point Brewery, and Whiting Paper.

We have confirmed that Stevens Point, Wisconsin has numerous jobsites where asbestos exposure occurred. Workers and their loved ones exposed to asbestos materials may be at risk to develop mesothelioma, an asbestos-related cancer. If you were diagnosed with mesothelioma in Stevens Point, you may also benefit from seeking the advice of an asbestos attorney.

Jobsites in Stevens Point where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Stevens Point, WI 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.