TV channels & antenna towers in Coldwater, Kansas
Coldwater has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, Fox and Univision. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K28NU-D, 43 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Coldwater
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKSAS-LPFox | 17 | 54 mi | 311° NW | Poor | Dodge City, KS |
| CBSKBSD-DTCBS | 6 | 61 mi | 295° WNW | Poor | Ensign, KS |
| UNIKUOKUnivision | 36 | 69 mi | 186° S | Poor | Woodward, OK |
Over-the-air TV in Coldwater
With roughly 806 residents, Coldwater is a small community in Kansas. Our map shows 21 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 3 full-power, 2 low-power and 16 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Coldwater, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 20 are more than 45 miles out.
The strongest network signals here are CBS on channel 6 (KBSD-DT), Fox on channel 17 (KSAS-LP) and Univision on channel 36 (KUOK). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KUPK in Garden City, KS, 78 miles to the west. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSNC in Great Bend, KS, 86 miles to the north. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (very weak signal). 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Coldwater
Point your antenna WNW, at about 295°. The main network towers for Coldwater sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
KBSD-DT (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Coldwater. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Coldwater
The farthest main network tower for Coldwater is KBSD-DT (CBS), 61 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Coldwater
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K28NU-DTranslator | 43 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Buffalo, OK |
| K14QP-DTranslator | 49 mi | 177° S | Poor | Woodward, Etc., OK |
| K33JM-DTranslator | 49 mi | 177° S | Poor | Mooreland, Etc., OK |
| K31JQ-DTranslator | 49 mi | 177° S | Poor | Woodward, Etc., OK |
| K29HZ-DTranslator | 49 mi | 177° S | Poor | Woodward, Etc., OK |
| K26IS-DTranslator | 49 mi | 177° S | Poor | Woodward, Etc., OK |
| KDDC-LDLow power | 52 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Dodge City, KS |
| K30AE-DTranslator | 54 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Alva, OK |
| K28JX-DTranslator | 54 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Alva - Cherokee, OK |
| K22ID-DTranslator | 54 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Alva - Cherokee, OK |
| K20JD-DTranslator | 54 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Cherokee & Alva, OK |
| K17ID-DTranslator | 54 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Cherokee & Alva, OK |
| K15HL-DTranslator | 54 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Cherokee & Alva, OK |
| KDCKFull power | 60 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Dodge City, KS |
| K20BR-DTranslator | 63 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | Gage, Etc., OK |
| K22BR-DTranslator | 63 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | May, Etc., OK |
| K16DX-DTranslator | 63 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | Gage, OK |
| K25JQ-DTranslator | 63 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | May, Etc., OK |
How Coldwater compares with the rest of Kansas
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Coldwater ranks 208th of 216 places in Kansas: fewer than the typical Kansas town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 54 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
36% of Kansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Coldwater: 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 295° WNW, the direction of KBSD-DT (CBS), 61 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 0 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 CBS in Coldwater, KS?
CBS is on channel 6 from KBSD-DT, broadcasting from 61 miles WNW of Coldwater. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Coldwater, KS?
Fox is on channel 17 from KSAS-LP, broadcasting from 54 miles NW of Coldwater. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Univision in Coldwater, KS?
Univision is on channel 36 from KUOK, broadcasting from 69 miles S of Coldwater. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Coldwater?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Coldwater; around 0 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 Coldwater?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 295°. The main network towers for Coldwater sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Coldwater?
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 Coldwater?
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 Coldwater?
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 Kansas · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Coldwater; signal estimates ignore terrain.