TV channels & antenna towers in Port Lavaca, Texas
Port Lavaca has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, Telemundo and Univision. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K29OH-D, 8.1 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Port Lavaca
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMKVTX-LDTelemundo | 45 | 34 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Victoria, TX |
| CBSKXTS-LDCBS | 41 | 34 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Victoria, TX |
| CWKVCTCW | 19.3 | 34 mi | 298° WNW | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| UNIKUNU-LDUnivision | 21 | 34 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Victoria, TX |
| ABCKAVU-TVABC | 25 | 34 mi | 298° WNW | Good | Victoria, TX |
| NBCKMOL-LDNBC | 17 | 34 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Victoria, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Port Lavaca
Port Lavaca, Texas has a population of about 12,400. Our map shows 12 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 2 full-power, 1 Class A and 9 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Port Lavaca, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 2 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Victoria, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Victoria's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 25 (KAVU-TV), CBS on channel 41 (KXTS-LD), NBC on channel 17 (KMOL-LD), CW on channel 19.3 (KVCT), Telemundo on channel 45 (KVTX-LD) and Univision on channel 21 (KUNU-LD). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRIV in Houston, TX, 95 miles to the northeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (weak signal) and Univision (weak signal).
Which way to point your antenna in Port Lavaca
Point your antenna WNW, at about 298°. The main network towers for Port Lavaca sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KVCT and KAVU-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 34 miles northwest of Port Lavaca (298° WNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Port Lavaca, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Port Lavaca
The farthest main network tower for Port Lavaca is KAVU-TV (ABC), 34 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Port Lavaca
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K29OH-DLow power | 8.1 mi | 49° NE | Good | Victoria, TX |
| K36ND-DLow power | 23 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Victoria, TX |
| KQZY-LDLow power | 34 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Victoria, TX |
| KVCV-LDLow power | 37 mi | 312° NW | Weak | Victoria, TX |
| K09YZ-DClass A | 54 mi | 253° WSW | Poor | Beeville-Refugio, TX |
| K03JE-DLow power | 65 mi | 308° NW | Poor | Victoria, TX |
How Port Lavaca compares with the rest of Texas
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Port Lavaca ranks 906th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 34 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
43% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Victoria, 26 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Port Lavaca: 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 298° WNW, the direction of KAVU-TV (ABC), 34 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 ABC in Port Lavaca, TX?
ABC is on channel 25 from KAVU-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles WNW of Port Lavaca. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Port Lavaca, TX?
CBS is on channel 41 from KXTS-LD, broadcasting from 34 miles WNW of Port Lavaca. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Port Lavaca, TX?
NBC is on channel 17 from KMOL-LD, broadcasting from 34 miles WNW of Port Lavaca. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Port Lavaca, TX?
CW is on channel 19.3 from KVCT, broadcasting from 34 miles WNW of Port Lavaca. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Telemundo in Port Lavaca, TX?
Telemundo is on channel 45 from KVTX-LD, broadcasting from 34 miles WNW of Port Lavaca. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Port Lavaca?
12 transmitters within 70 miles of Port Lavaca; around 3 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 Port Lavaca?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 298°. The main network towers for Port Lavaca sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Port Lavaca?
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 Port Lavaca?
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 Port Lavaca?
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 Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Port Lavaca; signal estimates ignore terrain.