TV channels & antenna towers in Reidland, Kentucky
Reidland has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WKPD, 9.4 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Reidland
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWPSD-TVNBC | 6 | 28 mi | 296° WNW | Good | Paducah, KY |
| ABCWSIL-TVABC | 3 | 45 mi | 336° NNW | Good | Harrisburg, IL |
| CWKFVS-TVCW | 12.2 | 61 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Cape Girardeau, MO |
| TLMWQWQ-LDTelemundo | 18 | 61 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Paducah, KY |
| FOXKBSIFox | 23 | 63 mi | 296° WNW | Good | Cape Girardeau, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Reidland
Reidland is a town of about 4,490 people in Kentucky. There are 14 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 9 full-power, 1 Class A, 3 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 6 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 10 farther out. Two of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Paducah, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Paducah's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 3 (WSIL-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WPSD-TV), Fox on channel 23 (KBSI), CW on channel 12.2 (KFVS-TV) and Telemundo on channel 18 (WQWQ-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WTVF in Nashville, TN, 110 miles to the southeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (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 Reidland
Point your antenna NW, at about 309°. The main network towers for Reidland sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Reidland at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northwest, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Reidland, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Reidland
The farthest main network tower for Reidland is KBSI (Fox), 63 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Reidland
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WKPDFull power | 9.4 mi | 304° NW | Good | Paducah, KY |
| WKMUFull power | 22 mi | 181° S | Fair | Murray, KY |
| WDKAFull power | 34 mi | 319° NW | Good | Paducah, KY |
| WTCTFull power | 46 mi | 324° NW | Good | Marion, IL |
| WUWT-LDLow power | 48 mi | 215° SW | Poor | Union City, TN |
| WKMA-TVFull power | 57 mi | 78° ENE | Weak | Madisonville, KY |
| K10KM-DTranslator | 60 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Cape Girardeau, MO |
| KJBW-LDLow power | 61 mi | 247° WSW | Poor | New Madrid, MO |
| W15BU-DClass A | 61 mi | 339° NNW | Poor | Johnson City, IL |
How Reidland compares with the rest of Kentucky
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Reidland ranks 239th of 275 places in Kentucky: fewer than the typical Kentucky town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 28 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
29% of Kentucky's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Paducah, 5.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Reidland: 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 296° WNW, the direction of KBSI (Fox), 63 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 Reidland, KY?
ABC is on channel 3 from WSIL-TV, broadcasting from 45 miles NNW of Reidland. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Reidland, KY?
NBC is on channel 6 from WPSD-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles WNW of Reidland. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Reidland, KY?
Fox is on channel 23 from KBSI, broadcasting from 63 miles WNW of Reidland. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Reidland, KY?
CW is on channel 12.2 from KFVS-TV, broadcasting from 61 miles WNW of Reidland. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Reidland, KY?
Telemundo is on channel 18 from WQWQ-LD, broadcasting from 61 miles WNW of Reidland. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Reidland?
14 transmitters within 70 miles of Reidland; 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 Reidland?
Point your antenna NW, at about 309°. The main network towers for Reidland sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Reidland?
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 Reidland?
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 Reidland?
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 Kentucky · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Reidland; signal estimates ignore terrain.