TV channels & antenna towers in Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina
Batesburg-Leesville has 28 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 14 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WPAM-LD, 7.9 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Batesburg-Leesville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWZRBION | 47 | 32 mi | 73° ENE | Good | Columbia, SC |
| FOXWFXGFox | 54 | 38 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Augusta, GA |
| CBSWRDW-TVCBS | 12 | 39 mi | 207° SSW | Fair | Augusta, GA |
| TLMWGAT-LDTelemundo | 17 | 39 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Augusta, GA |
| NBCWAGT-CDNBC | 26 | 39 mi | 206° SSW | Weak | Augusta, GA |
| CWWJBFCW | 6.3 | 39 mi | 206° SSW | Good | Augusta, GA |
| CBSWLTXCBS | 19 | 46 mi | 74° ENE | Good | Columbia, SC |
| FOXWACHFox | 57 | 47 mi | 72° ENE | Good | Columbia, SC |
| TLMWKTCTelemundo | 63.2 | 47 mi | 72° ENE | Good | Sumter, SC |
| ABCWOLO-TVABC | 25 | 47 mi | 72° ENE | Fair | Columbia, SC |
| CWWISCW | 10.2 | 47 mi | 71° ENE | Fair | Columbia, SC |
Over-the-air TV in Batesburg-Leesville
With roughly 5,440 residents, Batesburg-Leesville is a town in South Carolina. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 28 licensed TV transmitters: 14 full-power, 2 Class A and 12 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 14 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Batesburg-Leesville, 13 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 13 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Columbia, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbia's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 25 (WOLO-TV), CBS on channel 19 (WLTX), NBC on channel 26 (WAGT-CD), Fox on channel 54 (WFXG), CW on channel 6.3 (WJBF), ION on channel 47 (WZRB) and Telemundo on channel 63.2 (WKTC). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 5 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 Batesburg-Leesville
The main network towers around Batesburg-Leesville are in different directions: ABC 72° ENE (47 mi), CBS 74° ENE (46 mi), NBC 206° SSW (39 mi) and Fox 207° SSW (38 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WFXG, WRDW-TV, WAGT-CD and WJBF, transmit from the same tower site about 38 miles southwest of Batesburg-Leesville (207° SSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Batesburg-Leesville at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Batesburg-Leesville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Batesburg-Leesville
The farthest main network tower for Batesburg-Leesville is WOLO-TV (ABC), 47 miles away with a fair 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 Batesburg-Leesville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WPAM-LDLow power | 7.9 mi | 135° SE | Fair | Lexington, SC |
| W16EL-DLow power | 24 mi | 148° SSE | Fair | Augusta, GA |
| WBPI-CDClass A | 36 mi | 220° SW | Weak | Augusta, GA |
| W16EE-DLow power | 37 mi | 221° SW | Weak | Augusta, GA |
| W32FZ-DLow power | 37 mi | 221° SW | Weak | Augusta, GA |
| W33ER-DLow power | 37 mi | 221° SW | Weak | Augusta, GA |
| WRLK-TVFull power | 37 mi | 67° ENE | Good | Columbia, SC |
| WIEF-LDLow power | 38 mi | 207° SSW | Weak | Augusta, GA |
| WAAU-LDLow power | 40 mi | 222° SW | Poor | Augusta, GA |
| WKDC-LDLow power | 47 mi | 72° ENE | Poor | Columbia, SC |
| WTES-LDLow power | 47 mi | 71° ENE | Poor | Columbia, SC |
| WNEHFull power | 48 mi | 312° NW | Fair | Greenwood, SC |
| WEBA-TVFull power | 51 mi | 171° S | Fair | Allendale, SC |
| WCES-TVFull power | 62 mi | 224° SW | Weak | Wrens, GA |
| WMYA-TVFull power | 66 mi | 321° NW | Weak | Anderson, SC |
| W34FO-DLow power | 68 mi | 228° SW | Poor | Augusta, GA |
| WDZC-LDLow power | 69 mi | 261° W | Poor | Washington, GA |
How Batesburg-Leesville compares with the rest of South Carolina
With 14 stations at fair strength or better, Batesburg-Leesville ranks 131st of 244 places in South Carolina: fewer than the typical South Carolina town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 32 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
22% of South Carolina's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Lexington, 18 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Batesburg-Leesville: 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 72° ENE, the direction of WOLO-TV (ABC), 47 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 14 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 Batesburg-Leesville, SC?
ABC is on channel 25 from WOLO-TV, broadcasting from 47 miles ENE of Batesburg-Leesville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Batesburg-Leesville, SC?
CBS is on channel 19 from WLTX, broadcasting from 46 miles ENE of Batesburg-Leesville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Batesburg-Leesville, SC?
NBC is on channel 26 from WAGT-CD, broadcasting from 39 miles SSW of Batesburg-Leesville. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Batesburg-Leesville, SC?
Fox is on channel 54 from WFXG, broadcasting from 38 miles SSW of Batesburg-Leesville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Batesburg-Leesville, SC?
CW is on channel 6.3 from WJBF, broadcasting from 39 miles SSW of Batesburg-Leesville. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Batesburg-Leesville?
28 transmitters within 70 miles of Batesburg-Leesville; around 14 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 Batesburg-Leesville?
The main network towers around Batesburg-Leesville are in different directions: ABC 72° ENE (47 mi), CBS 74° ENE (46 mi), NBC 206° SSW (39 mi) and Fox 207° SSW (38 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Batesburg-Leesville?
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 135° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Batesburg-Leesville?
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 Batesburg-Leesville?
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 South Carolina · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Batesburg-Leesville; signal estimates ignore terrain.