KDLV-TV (Fox) · Channel 5.2
Full power TV station · Mitchell, South Dakota
KDLV-TV is a full power over-the-air TV station affiliated with Fox on virtual channel 5.2, licensed to Mitchell, South Dakota. Its signal is estimated to reach about 23 cities and towns within 66 miles.
About KDLV-TV
Full-power stations are the main licensed broadcasters in a market. They may run the highest power from the tallest towers and are protected from interference, so they set the core of what you can receive.
At 1,000 kW effective radiated power, KDLV-TV runs more power than 79% of full-power TV stations nationwide (median: 273 kW).
Its antenna sits 315 m above the average surrounding terrain, higher than 35% of full-power stations. Taller antennas see farther: this one's radio horizon is roughly 53 miles, beyond which the signal fades quickly.
We estimate a fair-or-better signal out to about 66 miles with an outdoor antenna. That area includes 23 cities and towns in our guide with about 50,600 residents.
The nearest other Fox station in our data is KDLT-TV in Sioux Falls, SD, 94 miles away. Viewers between the two can sometimes receive both.
Fox is one of the four big commercial broadcast networks, known for its sports lineup including NFL, MLB and college football. Many Fox affiliates also produce local news.
Station facts
| Network | Fox |
| Virtual channel | 5.2 |
| Station type | Full power (DTV) |
| City of license | Mitchell, SD |
| Tower location | 43.75917, -98.41250 |
| Effective radiated power | 1,000 kW |
| Antenna height (HAAT) | 315 m (1,034 ft) |
| FCC facility ID | 55375 |
| License status | Licensed |
Cities that can receive KDLV-TV
Estimated with an outdoor antenna. Direction is from the city toward the tower.
| City | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plankinton, SD | 4.7 mi | 50° NE | Strong |
| Mitchell, SD | 19 mi | 280° W | Strong |
| Woonsocket, SD | 21 mi | 199° SSW | Strong |
| Wessington Springs, SD | 23 mi | 160° SSE | Strong |
| Armour, SD | 31 mi | 354° N | Good |
| Alexandria, SD | 32 mi | 283° WNW | Good |
| Parkston, SD | 33 mi | 319° NW | Good |
| Platte, SD | 34 mi | 40° NE | Good |
| Lake Andes, SD | 42 mi | 9° N | Good |
| Huron, SD | 43 mi | 193° SSW | Good |
| Chamberlain, SD | 46 mi | 94° E | Good |
| Wagner, SD | 47 mi | 353° N | Good |
| Howard, SD | 47 mi | 249° WSW | Good |
| Salem, SD | 51 mi | 273° W | Good |
| Olivet, SD | 51 mi | 314° NW | Good |
| Fort Thompson, SD | 55 mi | 112° ESE | Good |
| Freeman, SD | 56 mi | 300° WNW | Good |
| Burke, SD | 59 mi | 48° NE | Fair |
| Tyndall, SD | 60 mi | 333° NNW | Fair |
| Miller, SD | 60 mi | 151° SSE | Fair |
| De Smet, SD | 61 mi | 225° SW | Fair |
| Butte, NE | 63 mi | 20° NNE | Fair |
| Gregory, SD | 63 mi | 54° NE | Fair |
Frequently asked questions
Where is the KDLV-TV transmitter tower?
KDLV-TV broadcasts from a tower at 43.7592, -98.4125, near Plankinton, SD. It is licensed to Mitchell, South Dakota.
What channel is KDLV-TV on?
KDLV-TV appears as virtual channel 5.2 (5.2.1 and its subchannels) when you scan with an antenna, carrying Fox.
How far does KDLV-TV broadcast?
With an outdoor antenna, reception is usually workable up to about 66 miles from the tower, and possible in good conditions out to roughly 74 miles. Hills and buildings can shorten that.
How many people can watch KDLV-TV with an antenna?
About 50,600 people live in the 23 cities and towns within its estimated fair-signal range, not counting rural residents between them.
Which way do I point my antenna for KDLV-TV?
Open the live finder from your address to get the exact compass bearing to the KDLV-TV tower, or use the table above if your city is listed.