TV channels & antenna towers in Wagner, South Dakota
Wagner has 6 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Fox. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K08PM-D, 13 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Wagner
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKDLV-TVFox | 5.2 | 47 mi | 353° N | Good | Mitchell, SD |
Over-the-air TV in Wagner
Wagner is a small community of about 1,590 people in South Dakota. There are 6 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power, 2 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Wagner, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 2 are more than 45 miles out.
The best-placed network stations are Fox on channel 5.2 (KDLV-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSFY-TV in Sioux Falls, SD, 93 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOLN in Lincoln, NE, 167 miles to the south.
Which way to point your antenna in Wagner
Point your antenna N, at about 353°. The main network towers for Wagner 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 Wagner, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Wagner
The farthest main network tower for Wagner is KDLV-TV (Fox), 47 miles away with a good 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 stations near Wagner
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K08PM-DTranslator | 13 mi | 56° NE | Poor | Wagner, SD |
| K33GX-DLow power | 25 mi | 140° SE | Fair | Springfield, SD |
| K14MI-DTranslator | 27 mi | 150° SSE | Poor | Niobrara, NE |
| K10JW-DTranslator | 36 mi | 159° SSE | Poor | Verdigre, NE |
| K25GM-DLow power | 61 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Newport, NE |
How Wagner compares with the rest of South Dakota
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Wagner ranks 68th of 101 places in South Dakota: fewer than the typical South Dakota town (4). Its nearest major network tower is 47 miles away, against a state median of 31 miles.
47% of South Dakota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Wagner: 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 353° N, the direction of KDLV-TV (Fox), 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 2 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 Wagner, SD?
Fox is on channel 5.2 from KDLV-TV, broadcasting from 47 miles N of Wagner. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Wagner?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Wagner; around 2 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 Wagner?
Point your antenna N, at about 353°. The main network towers for Wagner sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Wagner?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Wagner?
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 Wagner?
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 Dakota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Wagner; signal estimates ignore terrain.