TV channels & antenna towers in Woodward, Iowa
Woodward has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K32NM-D, 16 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Woodward
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKCCICBS | 8 | 16 mi | 102° ESE | Good | Des Moines, IA |
| IONKFPX-TVION | 39 | 16 mi | 102° ESE | Good | Newton, IA |
| CWKCWI-TVCW | 23 | 16 mi | 97° E | Good | Ames, IA |
| FOXKDSM-TVFox | 17 | 16 mi | 97° E | Strong | Des Moines, IA |
| ABCWOI-DTABC | 5 | 16 mi | 102° ESE | Fair | Ames, IA |
| NBCWHO-DTNBC | 13 | 16 mi | 102° ESE | Good | Des Moines, IA |
Over-the-air TV in Woodward
With roughly 1,500 residents, Woodward is a small community in Iowa. Our map shows 15 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 8 full-power, 2 Class A, 4 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
11 of them are within 25 miles of Woodward, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 0 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Des Moines, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Des Moines's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 5 (WOI-DT), CBS on channel 8 (KCCI), NBC on channel 13 (WHO-DT), Fox on channel 17 (KDSM-TV), CW on channel 23 (KCWI-TV) and ION on channel 39 (KFPX-TV). 2 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 Woodward
Point your antenna E, at about 100°. The main network towers for Woodward sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KCCI, KFPX-TV, KCWI-TV, KDSM-TV and WOI-DT and others, transmit from the same tower site about 16 miles east of Woodward (102° ESE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Woodward at fair strength or better, all arrive from the east, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Woodward, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Woodward
The farthest main network tower for Woodward is WHO-DT (NBC), 16 miles away with a good 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 Woodward
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K32NM-DLow power | 16 mi | 147° SSE | Fair | Des Moines, IA |
| KDIT-CDClass A | 16 mi | 97° E | Fair | Des Moines, IA |
| KDMIFull power | 16 mi | 97° E | Strong | Des Moines, IA |
| KDIN-TVFull power | 16 mi | 102° ESE | Fair | Des Moines, IA |
| WBXF-CDClass A | 24 mi | 141° SE | Fair | Des Moines, IA |
| K31PO-DTranslator | 33 mi | 92° E | Weak | Des Moines, IA |
| KAJR-LDLow power | 37 mi | 94° E | Weak | Des Moines, IA |
| KCYM-LDLow power | 37 mi | 94° E | Weak | Des Moines, IA |
| KRPG-LDLow power | 37 mi | 94° E | Weak | Des Moines, IA |
How Woodward compares with the rest of Iowa
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Woodward ranks 109th of 285 places in Iowa: the same as the typical Iowa town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 16 miles away, against a state median of 34 miles.
44% of Iowa's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Johnston, 17 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Woodward: 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 102° ESE, the direction of WHO-DT (NBC), 16 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 11 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 Woodward, IA?
ABC is on channel 5 from WOI-DT, broadcasting from 16 miles ESE of Woodward. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Woodward, IA?
CBS is on channel 8 from KCCI, broadcasting from 16 miles ESE of Woodward. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Woodward, IA?
NBC is on channel 13 from WHO-DT, broadcasting from 16 miles ESE of Woodward. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Woodward, IA?
Fox is on channel 17 from KDSM-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles E of Woodward. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Woodward, IA?
CW is on channel 23 from KCWI-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles E of Woodward. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Woodward?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Woodward; around 11 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 Woodward?
Point your antenna E, at about 100°. The main network towers for Woodward sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Woodward?
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 Woodward?
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 Woodward?
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 Iowa · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Woodward; signal estimates ignore terrain.