TV channels & antenna towers in Plankinton, South Dakota
Plankinton has 6 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Fox and CW. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KDLV-TV (Fox), 4.7 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Plankinton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKDLV-TVFox | 5.2 | 4.7 mi | 50° NE | Strong | Mitchell, SD |
| CWKPLO-TVCW | 6.4 | 62 mi | 283° WNW | Weak | Reliance, SD |
Over-the-air TV in Plankinton
Plankinton, South Dakota has a population of about 714. Our map shows 6 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 1 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Plankinton, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out.
The strongest network signals here are Fox on channel 5.2 (KDLV-TV) and CW on channel 6.4 (KPLO-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KPRY-TV in Pierre, SD, 83 miles to the west. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMTV-TV in Omaha, NE, 208 miles to the southeast. 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 Plankinton
Point your antenna NE, at about 50°. The main network towers for Plankinton 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 Plankinton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Plankinton
The farthest main network tower for Plankinton is KDLV-TV (Fox), 4.7 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
KDLV-TV is only 4.7 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Plankinton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KTTMFull power | 34 mi | 14° NNE | Fair | Huron, SD |
| K08PM-DTranslator | 42 mi | 150° SSE | Poor | Wagner, SD |
| KTSD-TVFull power | 58 mi | 288° WNW | Fair | Pierre, SD |
| K33GX-DLow power | 68 mi | 158° SSE | Poor | Springfield, SD |
How Plankinton compares with the rest of South Dakota
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Plankinton ranks 58th of 101 places in South Dakota: fewer than the typical South Dakota town (4). Its nearest major network tower is 4.7 miles away, against a state median of 31 miles.
19% of South Dakota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Plankinton: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 50° NE, the direction of KDLV-TV (Fox), 4.7 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 3 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 Fox in Plankinton, SD?
Fox is on channel 5.2 from KDLV-TV, broadcasting from 4.7 miles NE of Plankinton. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Plankinton, SD?
CW is on channel 6.4 from KPLO-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles WNW of Plankinton. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Plankinton?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Plankinton; around 3 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Plankinton?
Point your antenna NE, at about 50°. The main network towers for Plankinton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Plankinton?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Plankinton?
KDLV-TV is only 4.7 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Plankinton?
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 South Dakota cities
- Mitchell23 mi
- Wessington Springs25 mi
- Woonsocket26 mi
- Armour28 mi
- Platte29 mi
- Parkston33 mi
- Alexandria35 mi
- Lake Andes39 mi
- Chamberlain43 mi
- Wagner45 mi
- Huron47 mi
More: all TV stations in South Dakota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Plankinton; signal estimates ignore terrain.