TV channels & antenna towers in Burwell, Nebraska
Burwell has 5 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K31OC-D, 37 miles to the SW.
Over-the-air TV in Burwell
With roughly 1,210 residents, Burwell is a small community in Nebraska. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 5 licensed TV transmitters: 1 full-power, 1 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Burwell, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KHGI-TV in Kearney, NE, 79 miles to the south. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOLN in Lincoln, NE, 122 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 Burwell
The nearest towers around Burwell are in different directions: K31OC-D 225° SW (37 mi), KMNE-TV 335° NNW (42 mi) and K25GM-D 350° N (59 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
K25GM-D lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Burwell. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Burwell
The farthest of the closest towers for Burwell is K25GM-D, 59 miles away with a very weak 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 TV stations near Burwell
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K31OC-DTranslator | 37 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Broken Bow, NE |
| KMNE-TVFull power | 42 mi | 335° NNW | Fair | Bassett, NE |
| K25GM-DLow power | 59 mi | 350° N | Poor | Newport, NE |
| K27NI-DTranslator | 59 mi | 72° ENE | Poor | Neligh, NE |
| K33OW-DTranslator | 60 mi | 72° ENE | Poor | Neligh, NE |
How Burwell compares with the rest of Nebraska
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Burwell ranks 129th of 145 places in Nebraska: fewer than the typical Nebraska town (6).
48% of Nebraska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Burwell: 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 350° N, the direction of K25GM-D, 59 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 1 station, 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Burwell?
5 transmitters within 70 miles of Burwell; around 1 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 Burwell?
The nearest towers around Burwell are in different directions: K31OC-D 225° SW (37 mi), KMNE-TV 335° NNW (42 mi) and K25GM-D 350° N (59 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Burwell?
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. The towers are spread over about 126° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Burwell?
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 Burwell?
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 Nebraska · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Burwell; signal estimates ignore terrain.