TV channels & antenna towers in West Blocton, Alabama
West Blocton has 40 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WJMY-CD, 22 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in West Blocton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWBMA-LDABC | 58 | 26 mi | 32° NNE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| CWWDBBCW | 17 | 31 mi | 325° NW | Good | Bessemer, AL |
| CBSWIATCBS | 42 | 31 mi | 36° NE | Good | Birmingham, AL |
| IONWPXH-TVION | 44 | 31 mi | 36° NE | Good | Hoover, AL |
| ABCWABMABC | 68.2 | 31 mi | 36° NE | Good | Birmingham, AL |
| CWWTTOCW | 21 | 31 mi | 36° NE | Good | Homewood, AL |
| TLMWTBM-CDTelemundo | 24 | 32 mi | 36° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| FOXWBRCFox | 6 | 32 mi | 36° NE | Good | Birmingham, AL |
| NBCWVTM-TVNBC | 13 | 32 mi | 36° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| TLMWBXM-CDTelemundo | 15 | 43 mi | 158° SSE | Weak | Selma, AL |
| ABCWGWWABC | 40.2 | 53 mi | 50° NE | Weak | Anniston, AL |
| TBNWTJP-TVTrinity | 60 | 62 mi | 39° NE | Fair | Gadsden, AL |
| CBSWAKACBS | 8 | 70 mi | 163° SSE | Fair | Selma, AL |
| ABCWNCFABC | 32 | 70 mi | 163° SSE | Fair | Montgomery, AL |
Over-the-air TV in West Blocton
West Blocton, Alabama has a population of about 1,260. Our map shows 40 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 16 full-power, 6 Class A, 16 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 21 between 25 and 45 miles, and 16 farther out. Six of the 14 network stations in range are licensed to Birmingham, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Birmingham's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 68.2 (WABM), CBS on channel 42 (WIAT), NBC on channel 13 (WVTM-TV), Fox on channel 6 (WBRC), CW on channel 21 (WTTO), ION on channel 44 (WPXH-TV), Telemundo on channel 24 (WTBM-CD) and Trinity on channel 60 (WTJP-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal). 5 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in West Blocton
Point your antenna NE, at about 36°. The main network towers for West Blocton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Seven network stations, WIAT, WPXH-TV, WABM, WTTO and WTBM-CD and others, transmit from the same tower site about 31 miles northeast of West Blocton (36° NE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 11 full-power and Class A network signals that reach West Blocton at fair strength or better, 73% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from West Blocton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for West Blocton
The farthest main network tower for West Blocton is WVTM-TV (NBC), 32 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near West Blocton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 26; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJMY-CDClass A | 22 mi | 288° WNW | Fair | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WDVZ-CDClass A | 23 mi | 277° W | Weak | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WVUA-CDClass A | 23 mi | 277° W | Fair | Tuscaloosa/Northport, AL |
| W18ET-DLow power | 28 mi | 34° NNE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| WSESFull power | 31 mi | 325° NW | Good | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| W16DS-DClass A | 31 mi | 36° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| WBUN-LPLow power | 31 mi | 36° NE | Weak | Birmingham, AL |
| WVUAFull power | 31 mi | 36° NE | Fair | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WBIQFull power | 31 mi | 36° NE | Weak | Birmingham, AL |
| WUOA-LDTranslator | 31 mi | 36° NE | Weak | Birmingham, AL |
| WSWH-LDLow power | 31 mi | 36° NE | Weak | Birmingham, AL |
| WNHT-LDLow power | 31 mi | 36° NE | Weak | Birmingham, AL |
| WOTM-LDLow power | 33 mi | 54° NE | Weak | Birmingham, AL |
| WBIHFull power | 43 mi | 158° SSE | Good | Selma, AL |
| WSFG-LDTranslator | 47 mi | 327° NNW | Poor | Berry, AL |
| W25FC-DLow power | 51 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Jasper, AL |
| W32EQ-DLow power | 56 mi | 269° W | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WSSF-LDLow power | 56 mi | 314° NW | Poor | Fayette, AL |
| WEEL-LDLow power | 57 mi | 277° W | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WOIL-LDLow power | 57 mi | 69° ENE | Poor | Talladega, AL |
| W35EE-DLow power | 60 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Demopolis, AL |
| WQAP-LDLow power | 63 mi | 140° SE | Poor | Montgomery, AL |
| WDSF-LDLow power | 63 mi | 140° SE | Poor | Montgomery, AL |
| WUDX-LDLow power | 66 mi | 289° WNW | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WIIQFull power | 68 mi | 220° SW | Weak | Demopolis, AL |
How West Blocton compares with the rest of Alabama
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, West Blocton ranks 91st of 314 places in Alabama: more than the typical Alabama town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 26 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
43% of Alabama's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Alabaster, 20 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in West Blocton: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 36° NE, the direction of WVTM-TV (NBC), 32 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 19 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is ABC in West Blocton, AL?
ABC is on channel 68.2 from WABM, broadcasting from 31 miles NE of West Blocton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in West Blocton, AL?
CBS is on channel 42 from WIAT, broadcasting from 31 miles NE of West Blocton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in West Blocton, AL?
NBC is on channel 13 from WVTM-TV, broadcasting from 32 miles NE of West Blocton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in West Blocton, AL?
Fox is on channel 6 from WBRC, broadcasting from 32 miles NE of West Blocton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in West Blocton, AL?
CW is on channel 21 from WTTO, broadcasting from 31 miles NE of West Blocton. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in West Blocton?
40 transmitters within 70 miles of West Blocton; around 19 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in West Blocton?
Point your antenna NE, at about 36°. The main network towers for West Blocton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in West Blocton?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in West Blocton?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in West Blocton?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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More: all TV stations in Alabama · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of West Blocton; signal estimates ignore terrain.