TV channels & antenna towers in Fairfield Bay, Arkansas
Fairfield Bay has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, Telemundo and Univision. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KEMV, 15 miles to the N.
Network channels in Fairfield Bay
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKLRT-TVFox | 16 | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| UNIKLRA-CDUnivision | 20 | 56 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| TLMKKYK-CDTelemundo | 30 | 56 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| ABCKATVABC | 7 | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| CBSKTHVCBS | 11 | 56 mi | 193° SSW | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| NBCKARK-TVNBC | 4 | 56 mi | 193° SSW | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| MeTVKMYA-LDMeTV | 49.1 | 57 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Sheridan, AR |
| MeTVKXMP-LDMeTV | 8 | 66 mi | 309° NW | Poor | Harrison, AR |
Over-the-air TV in Fairfield Bay
Fairfield Bay, Arkansas has a population of about 2,270. There are 20 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 7 full-power, 3 Class A, 9 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Fairfield Bay, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Little Rock, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Little Rock's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 7 (KATV), CBS on channel 11 (KTHV), NBC on channel 4 (KARK-TV), Fox on channel 16 (KLRT-TV), Telemundo on channel 30 (KKYK-CD), Univision on channel 20 (KLRA-CD) and MeTV on channel 49.1 (KMYA-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal) and Univision (very weak signal). 3 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 Fairfield Bay
Point your antenna SSW, at about 193°. The main network towers for Fairfield Bay sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KLRT-TV, KLRA-CD, KKYK-CD, KATV and KTHV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 56 miles south of Fairfield Bay (192° SSW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Fairfield Bay at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Fairfield Bay, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Fairfield Bay
The farthest main network tower for Fairfield Bay is KARK-TV (NBC), 56 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Fairfield Bay
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEMVFull power | 15 mi | 357° N | Fair | Mountain View, AR |
| K07XL-DTranslator | 53 mi | 352° N | Poor | Mountain Home, AR |
| K26GS-DLow power | 55 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Harrison, AR |
| KARZ-TVFull power | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| KKME-LDLow power | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| KTVV-LDLow power | 56 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| KKAPFull power | 56 mi | 193° SSW | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| KWMO-LDLow power | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| KENH-LDLow power | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| K15MO-DLow power | 57 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| KRAH-CDClass A | 61 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Morrilton, AR |
| K21JS-DLow power | 69 mi | 311° NW | Poor | Harrison, AR |
How Fairfield Bay compares with the rest of Arkansas
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Fairfield Bay ranks 139th of 214 places in Arkansas: fewer than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 56 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
50% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Conway, 36 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Fairfield Bay: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 193° SSW, the direction of KARK-TV (NBC), 56 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 7 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 Fairfield Bay, AR?
ABC is on channel 7 from KATV, broadcasting from 56 miles SSW of Fairfield Bay. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Fairfield Bay, AR?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTHV, broadcasting from 56 miles SSW of Fairfield Bay. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Fairfield Bay, AR?
NBC is on channel 4 from KARK-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles SSW of Fairfield Bay. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Fairfield Bay, AR?
Fox is on channel 16 from KLRT-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles SSW of Fairfield Bay. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in Fairfield Bay, AR?
Telemundo is on channel 30 from KKYK-CD, broadcasting from 56 miles SSW of Fairfield Bay. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Fairfield Bay?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Fairfield Bay; around 7 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Fairfield Bay?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 193°. The main network towers for Fairfield Bay sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Fairfield Bay?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Fairfield Bay?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Fairfield Bay?
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.
TV channels in nearby Arkansas cities
- Clinton10 mi
- Heber Springs16 mi
- Mountain View21 mi
- Greenbrier26 mi
- Marshall29 mi
- Vilonia35 mi
- Conway36 mi
- Calico Rock37 mi
- Southside37 mi
- Batesville38 mi
- Melbourne38 mi
- Searcy39 mi
- Morrilton40 mi
- Judsonia42 mi
- Kensett43 mi
- Beebe43 mi
- Ward43 mi
- Atkins44 mi
- Austin44 mi
- Bald Knob45 mi
- Mayflower45 mi
- Cabot45 mi
- Cave City47 mi
- Newark48 mi
More: all TV stations in Arkansas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Fairfield Bay; signal estimates ignore terrain.