TV channels & antenna towers in Gordon, Nebraska
Gordon 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 K10PS-D, 24 miles to the NW.
Over-the-air TV in Gordon
With roughly 1,530 residents, Gordon is a small community in Nebraska. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 5 licensed TV transmitters: 2 full-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KHGI-CD in North Platte, NE, 134 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGWC-TV in Casper, WY, 211 miles to the west. 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 Gordon
The nearest towers around Gordon are in different directions: K10PS-D 308° NW (24 mi), KRNE-TV 109° ESE (26 mi) and K06JC-D 271° W (41 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Gordon, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Gordon
The farthest of the closest towers for Gordon is K06JC-D, 41 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 Gordon
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K10PS-DTranslator | 24 mi | 308° NW | Poor | Pine Ridge, SD |
| KRNE-TVFull power | 26 mi | 109° ESE | Good | Merriman, NE |
| K06JC-DTranslator | 41 mi | 271° W | Poor | Chadron, NE |
| KZSD-TVFull power | 54 mi | 37° NE | Weak | Martin, SD |
| K06KR-DTranslator | 62 mi | 262° W | Poor | Crawford, NE |
How Gordon compares with the rest of Nebraska
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Gordon 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 Gordon: 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 271° W, the direction of K06JC-D, 41 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 Gordon?
5 transmitters within 70 miles of Gordon; 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 Gordon?
The nearest towers around Gordon are in different directions: K10PS-D 308° NW (24 mi), KRNE-TV 109° ESE (26 mi) and K06JC-D 271° W (41 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Gordon?
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 198° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Gordon?
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 Gordon?
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 Gordon; signal estimates ignore terrain.