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Powell Observatory Relocation

Sector: Road • Location: Louisburg, Kansas, United States

Source: KSHB 41 Kansas City

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The Powell Observatory, operated by the Astronomical Society of Kansas City, is relocating to a new site at 359th Street and Coldwater Springs Road south of Louisburg, Kansas. The move aims to combat light pollution and provide greater classroom and gathering space, including an outdoor amphitheater for astronomical demonstrations. The project involves obtaining a Conditional Use Permit approved b

Status
Prospective
Sector
Road
Location
Louisburg, Kansas, United States of America
Updated
22 Jul 2026
Source
KSHB 41 Kansas City

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The project “Powell Observatory Relocation” is an infrastructure initiative in the Road sector, located in Louisburg, Kansas, United States. Taiyo aggregates data on it from KSHB 41 Kansas City.

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The Powell Observatory, operated by the Astronomical Society of Kansas City, is relocating to a new site at 359th Street and Coldwater Springs Road south of Louisburg, Kansas. The move aims to combat light pollution and provide greater classroom and gathering space, including an outdoor amphitheater for astronomical demonstrations. The project involves obtaining a Conditional Use Permit approved by the Miami County Commission after reconsideration.

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United States of America (USA)

State

Kansas

City

Louisburg

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KSHB 41 Kansas City

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Road

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2026-05-23

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