TV channels & antenna towers in Willow Springs, Missouri
Willow Springs has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K36NN-D, 18 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Willow Springs
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKYCW-LDCW | 24 | 55 mi | 283° WNW | Poor | Branson, MO |
| NBCKYTVNBC | 3 | 55 mi | 283° WNW | Good | Springfield, MO |
| CWKSPR-LDCW | 33.2 | 55 mi | 283° WNW | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| CBSKOLRCBS | 10 | 56 mi | 286° WNW | Fair | Springfield, MO |
| FOXKRBKFox | 49 | 56 mi | 286° WNW | Good | Osage Beach, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Willow Springs
Willow Springs is a small community of about 2,150 people in Missouri. There are 13 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 6 full-power, 1 Class A, 4 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 12 farther out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Springfield, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Springfield's stations.
The strongest network signals here are CBS on channel 10 (KOLR), NBC on channel 3 (KYTV), Fox on channel 49 (KRBK) and CW on channel 24 (KYCW-LD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KPOB-TV in Poplar Bluff, MO, 85 miles to the east. 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 Willow Springs
Point your antenna WNW, at about 285°. The main network towers for Willow Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KOLR and KRBK, transmit from the same tower site about 56 miles west of Willow Springs (286° WNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Willow Springs at fair strength or better, all arrive from the west, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Willow Springs, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Willow Springs
The farthest main network tower for Willow Springs is KRBK (Fox), 56 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 Willow Springs
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K36NN-DLow power | 18 mi | 161° SSE | Fair | West Plains, MO |
| K07XL-DTranslator | 50 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Mountain Home, AR |
| KOZKFull power | 55 mi | 283° WNW | Fair | Springfield, MO |
| KOZL-TVFull power | 56 mi | 286° WNW | Good | Springfield, MO |
| K14SH-DLow power | 59 mi | 293° WNW | Poor | Marshfield, MO |
| KWBMFull power | 64 mi | 252° WSW | Weak | Harrison, AR |
| KBNS-CDClass A | 69 mi | 255° WSW | Poor | Branson, MO |
| KSFZ-LDTranslator | 69 mi | 271° W | Poor | Springfield, MO |
How Willow Springs compares with the rest of Missouri
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Willow Springs ranks 307th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 55 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Willow 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 286° WNW, the direction of KRBK (Fox), 56 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 6 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 Willow Springs, MO?
CBS is on channel 10 from KOLR, broadcasting from 56 miles WNW of Willow Springs. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Willow Springs, MO?
NBC is on channel 3 from KYTV, broadcasting from 55 miles WNW of Willow Springs. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Willow Springs, MO?
Fox is on channel 49 from KRBK, broadcasting from 56 miles WNW of Willow Springs. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Willow Springs, MO?
CW is on channel 24 from KYCW-LD, broadcasting from 55 miles WNW of Willow Springs. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Willow Springs?
13 transmitters within 70 miles of Willow Springs; around 6 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 Willow Springs?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 285°. The main network towers for Willow Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Willow 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 Willow 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 Willow 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 Willow Springs; signal estimates ignore terrain.