TV channels & antenna towers in Burns Flat, Oklahoma
Burns Flat has 48 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Univision. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K31JW-D, 5.6 miles to the W.
Network channels in Burns Flat
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIKUOKUnivision | 36 | 66 mi | 346° NNW | Poor | Woodward, OK |
Over-the-air TV in Burns Flat
Burns Flat is a small community of about 2,050 people in Oklahoma. There are 48 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 2 full-power, 1 low-power and 45 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 20 between 25 and 45 miles, and 21 farther out.
The strongest network signals here are Univision on channel 36 (KUOK). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSWO-TV in Lawton, OK, 82 miles to the south. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KWTV-DT in Oklahoma City, OK, 96 miles to the east. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (very weak signal). 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 Burns Flat
Point your antenna W, at about 276°. The main network towers for Burns Flat sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Burns Flat, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Burns Flat
The farthest main network tower for Burns Flat is K32OF-D, 5.6 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Burns Flat
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 47; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K31JW-DTranslator | 5.6 mi | 276° W | Fair | Elk City, OK |
| K22MA-DTranslator | 5.6 mi | 276° W | Fair | Elk City, OK |
| K32OF-DTranslator | 5.6 mi | 276° W | Fair | Elk City, OK |
| K26NC-DTranslator | 5.6 mi | 276° W | Fair | Elk City, OK |
| K17MK-DTranslator | 5.6 mi | 276° W | Fair | Elk City, OK |
| K34JK-DTranslator | 5.6 mi | 276° W | Fair | Elk City, OK |
| K20NJ-DTranslator | 5.6 mi | 276° W | Fair | Elk City, OK |
| K14MU-DTranslator | 27 mi | 68° ENE | Weak | Weatherford, OK |
| K21IT-DTranslator | 27 mi | 68° ENE | Weak | Weatherford, OK |
| K28OX-DTranslator | 27 mi | 68° ENE | Weak | Weatherford, OK |
| K36IY-DTranslator | 27 mi | 68° ENE | Weak | Weatherford, OK |
| K35MQ-DTranslator | 27 mi | 68° ENE | Weak | Weatherford, OK |
| KWETFull power | 33 mi | 301° WNW | Fair | Cheyenne, OK |
| K21JN-DTranslator | 34 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Erick, OK |
| K15HQ-DTranslator | 34 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K16IR-DTranslator | 34 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K30JP-DTranslator | 34 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K24MD-DTranslator | 34 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K23ND-DTranslator | 34 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K14NY-DTranslator | 34 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Sayre, OK |
| K33NV-DTranslator | 38 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Strong City, OK |
| K27JO-DTranslator | 38 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Strong City, OK |
| K29HY-DTranslator | 38 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Strong City, OK |
| K36NV-DTranslator | 38 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Strong City, OK |
| K25PG-DTranslator | 38 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Strong City, OK |
How Burns Flat compares with the rest of Oklahoma
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Burns Flat ranks 167th of 244 places in Oklahoma: fewer than the typical Oklahoma town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 66 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
44% of Oklahoma's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Burns Flat: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 276° W, the direction of K32OF-D, 5.6 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 8 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 Univision in Burns Flat, OK?
Univision is on channel 36 from KUOK, broadcasting from 66 miles NNW of Burns Flat. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Burns Flat?
48 transmitters within 70 miles of Burns Flat; around 8 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Burns Flat?
Point your antenna W, at about 276°. The main network towers for Burns Flat sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Burns Flat?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Burns Flat?
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 Burns Flat?
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.
TV channels in nearby Oklahoma cities
- Cordell11 mi
- Elk City14 mi
- Clinton16 mi
- Arapaho20 mi
- Hobart22 mi
- Sayre27 mi
- Weatherford29 mi
- Granite29 mi
- Cheyenne34 mi
- Carnegie36 mi
- Thomas36 mi
- Mangum38 mi
- Erick40 mi
- Hinton47 mi
- Taloga49 mi
- Snyder49 mi
More: all TV stations in Oklahoma · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Burns Flat; signal estimates ignore terrain.