TV channels & antenna towers in Pottsville, Arkansas
Pottsville has 24 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 KRAH-CD, 12 miles to the W.
Network channels in Pottsville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKTHVCBS | 11 | 44 mi | 135° SE | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| NBCKARK-TVNBC | 4 | 44 mi | 135° SE | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| UNIKLRA-CDUnivision | 20 | 44 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| TLMKKYK-CDTelemundo | 30 | 44 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| FOXKLRT-TVFox | 16 | 44 mi | 134° SE | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| ABCKATVABC | 7 | 44 mi | 134° SE | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| MeTVKMYA-LDMeTV | 49.1 | 45 mi | 134° SE | Poor | Sheridan, AR |
| MeTVKXMP-LDMeTV | 8 | 66 mi | 353° N | Poor | Harrison, AR |
| FOXKFTA-TVFox | 24 | 69 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Fort Smith, AR |
Over-the-air TV in Pottsville
Pottsville, Arkansas has a population of about 3,080. There are 24 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 10 full-power, 3 Class A and 11 low-power. 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 Pottsville, 12 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 9 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). 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 Pottsville
Point your antenna SE, at about 135°. The main network towers for Pottsville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KTHV, KARK-TV, KLRA-CD, KKYK-CD and KLRT-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 44 miles southeast of Pottsville (135° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Pottsville at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Pottsville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pottsville
The farthest main network tower for Pottsville is KATV (ABC), 44 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Pottsville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KRAH-CDClass A | 12 mi | 263° W | Fair | Morrilton, AR |
| KTVV-LDLow power | 44 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| KKAPFull power | 44 mi | 135° SE | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| KARZ-TVFull power | 44 mi | 134° SE | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| KKME-LDLow power | 44 mi | 134° SE | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| KWMO-LDLow power | 44 mi | 134° SE | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| KENH-LDLow power | 44 mi | 134° SE | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| K15MO-DLow power | 45 mi | 134° SE | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| K23OW-DLow power | 50 mi | 169° SSE | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| KEMVFull power | 58 mi | 47° NE | Weak | Mountain View, AR |
| K26GS-DLow power | 60 mi | 1° N | Poor | Harrison, AR |
| KVTH-DTFull power | 61 mi | 180° S | Weak | Hot Springs, AR |
| K19MC-DLow power | 65 mi | 177° S | Poor | Bonnerdale, AR |
| KAFTFull power | 68 mi | 306° NW | Weak | Fayetteville, AR |
| K21JS-DLow power | 69 mi | 352° N | Poor | Harrison, AR |
How Pottsville compares with the rest of Arkansas
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Pottsville ranks 139th of 214 places in Arkansas: fewer than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 44 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
38% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Russellville, 5.2 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Pottsville: 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 134° SE, the direction of KATV (ABC), 44 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 Pottsville, AR?
ABC is on channel 7 from KATV, broadcasting from 44 miles SE of Pottsville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Pottsville, AR?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTHV, broadcasting from 44 miles SE of Pottsville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Pottsville, AR?
NBC is on channel 4 from KARK-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles SE of Pottsville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Pottsville, AR?
Fox is on channel 16 from KLRT-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles SE of Pottsville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in Pottsville, AR?
Telemundo is on channel 30 from KKYK-CD, broadcasting from 44 miles SE of Pottsville. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pottsville?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Pottsville; around 7 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 Pottsville?
Point your antenna SE, at about 135°. The main network towers for Pottsville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pottsville?
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 Pottsville?
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 Pottsville?
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
- Russellville5.2 mi
- Atkins6.3 mi
- Dardanelle6.4 mi
- Dover11 mi
- London13 mi
- Ola18 mi
- Morrilton18 mi
- Perryville22 mi
- Lamar23 mi
- Danville24 mi
- Clarksville28 mi
- Conway36 mi
- Greenbrier37 mi
- Coal Hill38 mi
- Paris39 mi
- Hot Springs Village40 mi
- Mayflower40 mi
- Clinton41 mi
- Maumelle45 mi
- Ozark47 mi
- Vilonia49 mi
- Hot Springs National Park50 mi
- Fairfield Bay50 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 Pottsville; signal estimates ignore terrain.