Wyoming Infrared Observatory, Astronomical observatory on Jelm Mountain, Wyoming, US
The Wyoming Infrared Observatory features a 2.3-meter telescope positioned at an altitude of 9,656 feet in a location selected for its dark skies and dry air.
The facility started operations in September 1977 with funding from the Wyoming State Legislature and National Science Foundation, totaling two million dollars in construction costs.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy maintains collaborations with Apache Point Observatory, expanding research possibilities through access to additional telescopes.
The observatory allows remote observations from the University of Wyoming campus, with quarterly allocations of observing time distributed among faculty, students, and qualified visitors.
Between 1977 and 1980, this facility contained the largest functional infrared telescope worldwide, contributing to substantial discoveries in infrared astronomy.
Location: Wyoming
GPS coordinates: 41.09700,-105.97700
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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