TV channels & antenna towers in Russell Springs, Kentucky

Russell Springs has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC and ION. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WKSO-TV, 16 miles to the ENE.

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15TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

16 mito the closest tower

2,511population

Network channels in Russell Springs

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
IONWUPX-TVION	67	55 mi	24° NNE	Good	Richmond, KY
NBCWNKYNBC	40	60 mi	269° W	Poor	Bowling Green, KY
NBCWNKY-LDNBC	40	60 mi	269° W	Poor	Bowling Green, KY

Over-the-air TV in Russell Springs

With roughly 2,510 residents, Russell Springs is a town in Kentucky. Our map shows 15 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 5 full-power, 2 Class A and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

2 of them are within 25 miles of Russell Springs, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 13 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 3 network stations in range are licensed to Bowling Green, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Bowling Green's stations.

The best-placed network stations are NBC on channel 40 (WNKY) and ION on channel 67 (WUPX-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WTVQ-DT in Lexington, KY, 78 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WVLT-TV in Knoxville, TN, 97 miles to the southeast. 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 Russell Springs

Point your antenna W, at about 269°. The main network towers for Russell Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

WNKY (NBC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Russell Springs. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Russell Springs

The farthest main network tower for Russell Springs is WNKY (NBC), 60 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 Russell Springs

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WKSO-TVFull power	16 mi	62° ENE	Good	Somerset, KY
WLCU-CDClass A	25 mi	323° NW	Weak	Campbellsville, KY
WVTN-LDLow power	53 mi	95° E	Poor	Corbin, KY
WPBM-CDClass A	57 mi	255° WSW	Poor	Scottsville, KY
WKZT-TVFull power	60 mi	316° NW	Poor	Elizabethtown, KY
W14EE-DLow power	62 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Algood, TN
WCTEFull power	63 mi	193° SSW	Fair	Cookeville, TN
W35DZ-DLow power	63 mi	193° SSW	Poor	Cookeville, TN
WDNZ-LDLow power	65 mi	263° W	Poor	Bowling Green, KY
WBON-LDLow power	66 mi	51° NE	Poor	Richmond, KY
W26FM-DLow power	68 mi	280° W	Poor	Glasgow, KY
WCZU-LDLow power	69 mi	276° W	Poor	Bowling Green, KY

How Russell Springs compares with the rest of Kentucky

With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Russell Springs ranks 270th of 275 places in Kentucky: fewer than the typical Kentucky town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 55 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.

29% of Kentucky's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Russell Springs: 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 269° W, the direction of WNKY (NBC), 60 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 3 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 NBC in Russell Springs, KY?

NBC is on channel 40 from WNKY, broadcasting from 60 miles W of Russell Springs. Estimated signal: very weak.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Russell Springs?

15 transmitters within 70 miles of Russell Springs; around 3 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 Russell Springs?

Point your antenna W, at about 269°. The main network towers for Russell Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Russell Springs?

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 Russell Springs?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Russell Springs?

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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