TV channels & antenna towers in El Dorado Springs, Missouri
El Dorado Springs has 18 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW and ION. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K16IS-D, 51 miles to the SW.
Network channels in El Dorado Springs
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKOAM-TVCBS | 7 | 59 mi | 220° SW | Weak | Pittsburg, KS |
| CWKFJXCW | 14.2 | 59 mi | 220° SW | Weak | Pittsburg, KS |
| IONKPJO-LDION | 49.6 | 60 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Pittsburg, KS |
| IONKFKY-LDION | 20.2 | 62 mi | 136° SE | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| ABCKODE-TVABC | 12 | 63 mi | 208° SSW | Fair | Joplin, MO |
| NBCKSNFNBC | 16 | 63 mi | 208° SSW | Fair | Joplin, MO |
Over-the-air TV in El Dorado Springs
El Dorado Springs, Missouri has a population of about 3,560. There are 18 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power, 12 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
0 of them are within 25 miles of El Dorado Springs, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 18 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Pittsburg, KS, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Pittsburg's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 12 (KODE-TV), CBS on channel 7 (KOAM-TV), NBC on channel 16 (KSNF), CW on channel 14.2 (KFJX) and ION on channel 49.6 (KPJO-LD). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRBK in Osage Beach, MO, 74 miles to the southeast. 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 El Dorado Springs
Point your antenna SSW, at about 212°. The main network towers for El Dorado Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KOAM-TV and KFJX, transmit from the same tower site about 59 miles southwest of El Dorado Springs (220° SW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
KODE-TV (ABC), KOAM-TV (CBS) and KSNF (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from El Dorado Springs. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for El Dorado Springs
The farthest main network tower for El Dorado Springs is KSNF (NBC), 63 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 El Dorado Springs
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K16IS-DLow power | 51 mi | 228° SW | Poor | Pittsburg, KS |
| KMJC-LDLow power | 59 mi | 327° NNW | Poor | Kansas City, KS |
| KRFT-LDLow power | 60 mi | 137° SE | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| KRLJ-LDLow power | 60 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Joplin, MO |
| K30AL-DTranslator | 60 mi | 272° W | Poor | Iola, KS |
| KJLN-LDLow power | 61 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Joplin, MO |
| KGCS-LDLow power | 62 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Joplin, MO |
| K34NJ-DLow power | 62 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Joplin, MO |
| KCNH-LDLow power | 62 mi | 136° SE | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| KOZJFull power | 62 mi | 207° SSW | Weak | Joplin, MO |
| K36II-DLow power | 67 mi | 202° SSW | Poor | Joplin, MO |
| K14SH-DLow power | 70 mi | 123° ESE | Poor | Marshfield, MO |
How El Dorado Springs compares with the rest of Missouri
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, El Dorado Springs ranks 370th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 59 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Pittsburg, 49 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in El Dorado 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 208° SSW, the direction of KSNF (NBC), 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 2 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 El Dorado Springs, MO?
ABC is on channel 12 from KODE-TV, broadcasting from 63 miles SSW of El Dorado Springs. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in El Dorado Springs, MO?
CBS is on channel 7 from KOAM-TV, broadcasting from 59 miles SW of El Dorado Springs. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in El Dorado Springs, MO?
NBC is on channel 16 from KSNF, broadcasting from 63 miles SSW of El Dorado Springs. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in El Dorado Springs, MO?
CW is on channel 14.2 from KFJX, broadcasting from 59 miles SW of El Dorado Springs. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in El Dorado Springs?
18 transmitters within 70 miles of El Dorado Springs; around 2 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 El Dorado Springs?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 212°. The main network towers for El Dorado Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in El Dorado 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 El Dorado Springs?
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 El Dorado 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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More: all TV stations in Missouri · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of El Dorado Springs; signal estimates ignore terrain.