Ruston's Early HistoryStart reading about Ruston, Washington here. Ruston’s identity, culture, and economy were bound to the smelter.
ASARCO in Ruston, WA: Community LIfeFrom its earliest days Ruston was a close-knit community. Some Ruston residents trace their histories back to the first days of settlement.
Working at ASARCO For many years ASARCO in Ruston was one of the largest employers in the county, employing 1300 workers at its peak. The smelter’s...
ASARCO's EmissionsBecause of its economic importance, residents were generally willing to live with odors and acid rain caused by proximity to the smelter.