TV channels & antenna towers in Weldon Spring, Missouri
Weldon Spring has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K25NG-D, 16 miles to the E.
Network channels in Weldon Spring
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKPLR-TVCW | 11 | 21 mi | 126° SE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| FOXKTVIFox | 2 | 21 mi | 126° SE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| ABCKDNL-TVABC | 30 | 21 mi | 115° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| NBCKSDKNBC | 5 | 22 mi | 117° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| TLMWODK-LDTelemundo | 45 | 22 mi | 116° ESE | Fair | Saint Louis, MO |
| CBSKMOVCBS | 4 | 25 mi | 121° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| IONWRBUION | 46 | 25 mi | 154° SSE | Strong | East St. Louis, IL |
| MeTVKNLCMeTV | 24.1 | 25 mi | 163° SSE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Weldon Spring
Weldon Spring, Missouri has a population of about 5,580. Our map shows 23 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 3 Class A and 11 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
14 of them are within 25 miles of Weldon Spring, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to St. Louis, so most of the network channels you will find here come from St. Louis's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 30 (KDNL-TV), CBS on channel 4 (KMOV), NBC on channel 5 (KSDK), Fox on channel 2 (KTVI), CW on channel 11 (KPLR-TV), ION on channel 46 (WRBU), Telemundo on channel 45 (WODK-LD) and MeTV on channel 24.1 (KNLC). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal). 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 Weldon Spring
Point your antenna ESE, at about 120°. The main network towers for Weldon Spring sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KPLR-TV and KTVI, transmit from the same tower site about 21 miles southeast of Weldon Spring (126° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Weldon Spring at fair strength or better, 86% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Weldon Spring, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Weldon Spring
The farthest main network tower for Weldon Spring is KMOV (CBS), 25 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Weldon Spring
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K25NG-DClass A | 16 mi | 99° E | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| K15KP-DLow power | 22 mi | 117° ESE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KUMO-LDLow power | 22 mi | 116° ESE | Fair | St Louis, MO |
| KPTN-LDLow power | 22 mi | 116° ESE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KBGU-LDLow power | 22 mi | 116° ESE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KETCFull power | 22 mi | 135° SE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KDTL-LDLow power | 25 mi | 121° ESE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KEFN-CDClass A | 28 mi | 102° ESE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KDKZ-LDLow power | 35 mi | 172° S | Poor | Farmington, MO |
| W36EX-DClass A | 35 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | Alton, IL |
| WXSL-LDLow power | 39 mi | 94° E | Weak | St. Louis, MO |
| WVDM-LDLow power | 42 mi | 334° NNW | Poor | Quincy, IL |
| WPXSFull power | 49 mi | 119° ESE | Weak | Mount Vernon, IL |
| W09DL-DLow power | 49 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Mount Vernon, IL |
| WLEH-LDLow power | 49 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | St., IL |
How Weldon Spring compares with the rest of Missouri
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Weldon Spring ranks 116th of 398 places in Missouri: more than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 21 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
36% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is O'Fallon, 6.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Weldon Spring: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 121° ESE, the direction of KMOV (CBS), 25 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 17 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 Weldon Spring, MO?
ABC is on channel 30 from KDNL-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles ESE of Weldon Spring. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Weldon Spring, MO?
CBS is on channel 4 from KMOV, broadcasting from 25 miles ESE of Weldon Spring. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Weldon Spring, MO?
NBC is on channel 5 from KSDK, broadcasting from 22 miles ESE of Weldon Spring. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Weldon Spring, MO?
Fox is on channel 2 from KTVI, broadcasting from 21 miles SE of Weldon Spring. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Weldon Spring, MO?
CW is on channel 11 from KPLR-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles SE of Weldon Spring. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Weldon Spring?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Weldon Spring; around 17 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Weldon Spring?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 120°. The main network towers for Weldon Spring sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Weldon Spring?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Weldon Spring?
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 Weldon Spring?
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 Weldon Spring; signal estimates ignore terrain.