TV channels & antenna towers in East Cleveland, Tennessee
East Cleveland has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, ION and Trinity. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WCNT-LD, 9.4 miles to the W.
Network channels in East Cleveland
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWRCBNBC | 3 | 26 mi | 270° W | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| ABCWTVCABC | 9 | 26 mi | 270° W | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| CWWFLI-TVCW | 53 | 26 mi | 270° W | Good | Cleveland, TN |
| CBSWDEF-TVCBS | 12 | 26 mi | 266° W | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| TBNWELF-TVTrinity | 23 | 39 mi | 234° SW | Good | Dalton, GA |
| IONWPXA-TVION | 14 | 60 mi | 168° SSE | Good | Rome, GA |
Over-the-air TV in East Cleveland
With roughly 1,610 residents, East Cleveland is a small community in Tennessee. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 27 licensed TV transmitters: 9 full-power, 5 Class A, 8 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
9 of them are within 25 miles of East Cleveland, 9 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 9 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Chattanooga, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Chattanooga's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 9 (WTVC), CBS on channel 12 (WDEF-TV), NBC on channel 3 (WRCB), CW on channel 53 (WFLI-TV), ION on channel 14 (WPXA-TV) and Trinity on channel 23 (WELF-TV). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WTNZ in Knoxville, TN, 77 miles to the northeast. 3 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 East Cleveland
Point your antenna W, at about 269°. The main network towers for East Cleveland sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WRCB, WTVC, WFLI-TV and WDEF-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 26 miles west of East Cleveland (270° W). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach East Cleveland at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from East Cleveland, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for East Cleveland
The farthest main network tower for East Cleveland is WDEF-TV (CBS), 26 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 East Cleveland
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WCNT-LDLow power | 9.4 mi | 265° W | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| WPDP-CDClass A | 13 mi | 98° E | Fair | Cleveland, TN |
| W11DM-DLow power | 15 mi | 233° SW | Fair | Collegedale, TN |
| WDNN-CDClass A | 24 mi | 278° W | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| W26ET-DLow power | 24 mi | 278° W | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| WYHB-CDClass A | 24 mi | 278° W | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| WOOT-LDLow power | 24 mi | 278° W | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| WTNB-CDClass A | 24 mi | 278° W | Weak | Cleveland, TN |
| WTCIFull power | 24 mi | 278° W | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| WDSI-TVFull power | 26 mi | 270° W | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| WDDA-LDLow power | 27 mi | 265° W | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| WNGH-TVFull power | 29 mi | 164° SSE | Fair | Chatsworth, GA |
| WDGA-CDClass A | 31 mi | 197° SSW | Weak | Dalton, GA |
| WCTD-LDLow power | 46 mi | 144° SE | Poor | Cartersville, GA |
| W31AN-DTranslator | 48 mi | 96° E | Poor | Murphy, NC |
| W29DE-DTranslator | 58 mi | 101° E | Poor | Hayesville, NC |
| WWWB-LDLow power | 58 mi | 350° N | Poor | Clarkrange, TN |
| W14EG-DTranslator | 60 mi | 83° E | Poor | Robbinsville, Etc, NC |
| W20EK-DTranslator | 60 mi | 83° E | Poor | Andrews, Etc, NC |
| W25FP-DTranslator | 65 mi | 102° ESE | Poor | Young Harris, GA |
| WKSY-LDLow power | 70 mi | 188° S | Poor | Rome, GA |
How East Cleveland compares with the rest of Tennessee
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, East Cleveland ranks 87th of 299 places in Tennessee: more than the typical Tennessee town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 26 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
38% of Tennessee's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Cleveland, 1.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in East Cleveland: 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 266° W, the direction of WDEF-TV (CBS), 26 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 17 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 East Cleveland, TN?
ABC is on channel 9 from WTVC, broadcasting from 26 miles W of East Cleveland. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in East Cleveland, TN?
CBS is on channel 12 from WDEF-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles W of East Cleveland. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in East Cleveland, TN?
NBC is on channel 3 from WRCB, broadcasting from 26 miles W of East Cleveland. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in East Cleveland, TN?
CW is on channel 53 from WFLI-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles W of East Cleveland. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in East Cleveland?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of East Cleveland; around 17 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 East Cleveland?
Point your antenna W, at about 269°. The main network towers for East Cleveland sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in East Cleveland?
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 East Cleveland?
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 East Cleveland?
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 Tennessee cities
- Cleveland1.1 mi
- South Cleveland1.6 mi
- Benton12 mi
- Collegedale13 mi
- Harrison16 mi
- Middle Valley19 mi
- Soddy-Daisy20 mi
- East Brainerd20 mi
- Sale Creek21 mi
- East Chattanooga23 mi
- East Ridge24 mi
- Athens25 mi
- Dayton25 mi
- Decatur25 mi
- Red Bank25 mi
- Chattanooga27 mi
- Signal Mountain28 mi
- Dunlap33 mi
- Pikeville36 mi
Nearby cities in other states
More: all TV stations in Tennessee · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of East Cleveland; signal estimates ignore terrain.