TV channels & antenna towers in Bluewell, West Virginia
Bluewell has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WVVA (CW), 5.8 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Bluewell
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWVVACW | 6.2 | 5.8 mi | 132° SE | Strong | Bluefield, WV |
| FOXWVNS-TVFox | 59.2 | 44 mi | 43° NE | Weak | Lewisburg, WV |
| ABCWOAY-TVABC | 4 | 45 mi | 8° N | Good | Oak Hill, WV |
| CBSWDBJCBS | 7 | 61 mi | 97° E | Good | Roanoke, VA |
| CWWFXRCW | 27.2 | 61 mi | 97° E | Good | Roanoke, VA |
| IONWPXR-TVION | 38 | 62 mi | 97° E | Good | Roanoke, VA |
| NBCWSLS-TVNBC | 10 | 62 mi | 97° E | Good | Roanoke, VA |
Over-the-air TV in Bluewell
Bluewell, West Virginia has a population of about 2,180. There are 19 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 11 full-power, 1 Class A, 4 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Bluewell, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Roanoke, VA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Roanoke's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 4 (WOAY-TV), CBS on channel 7 (WDBJ), NBC on channel 10 (WSLS-TV), Fox on channel 59.2 (WVNS-TV), CW on channel 6.2 (WVVA) and ION on channel 38 (WPXR-TV). 4 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 Bluewell
The main network towers around Bluewell are in different directions: ABC 8° N (45 mi), CBS 97° E (61 mi), NBC 97° E (62 mi) and Fox 43° NE (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WDBJ, WFXR, WPXR-TV and WSLS-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 61 miles east of Bluewell (97° E). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Bluewell at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bluewell, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bluewell
The farthest main network tower for Bluewell is WSLS-TV (NBC), 62 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WVVA is only 5.8 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 Bluewell
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLFBFull power | 6.4 mi | 178° S | Strong | Bluefield, WV |
| WJDG-LDLow power | 11 mi | 215° SW | Weak | Grundy, VA |
| WJDW-LDLow power | 17 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | Tazewell, VA |
| WAPW-CDClass A | 32 mi | 209° SSW | Fair | Abingdon, Etc., VA |
| WSWP-TVFull power | 43 mi | 20° NNE | Fair | Grandview, WV |
| WZTS-LDLow power | 45 mi | 20° NNE | Poor | Summersville, WV |
| W15EF-DTranslator | 55 mi | 172° S | Poor | Sparta, NC |
| WHJC-LPLow power | 59 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Williamson, WV |
| W30EF-DTranslator | 60 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Jefferson, NC |
| WBRA-TVFull power | 61 mi | 97° E | Weak | Roanoke, VA |
| W05AA-DTranslator | 67 mi | 94° E | Poor | Roanoke, VA |
| WKPI-TVFull power | 70 mi | 269° W | Weak | Pikeville, KY |
How Bluewell compares with the rest of West Virginia
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Bluewell ranks 99th of 163 places in West Virginia: fewer than the typical West Virginia town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 5.8 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
34% of West Virginia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Blacksburg, 47 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Bluewell: 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 97° E, the direction of WSLS-TV (NBC), 62 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 10 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 Bluewell, WV?
ABC is on channel 4 from WOAY-TV, broadcasting from 45 miles N of Bluewell. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Bluewell, WV?
CBS is on channel 7 from WDBJ, broadcasting from 61 miles E of Bluewell. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Bluewell, WV?
NBC is on channel 10 from WSLS-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles E of Bluewell. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Bluewell, WV?
Fox is on channel 59.2 from WVNS-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles NE of Bluewell. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Bluewell, WV?
CW is on channel 6.2 from WVVA, broadcasting from 5.8 miles SE of Bluewell. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bluewell?
19 transmitters within 70 miles of Bluewell; around 10 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 Bluewell?
The main network towers around Bluewell are in different directions: ABC 8° N (45 mi), CBS 97° E (61 mi), NBC 97° E (62 mi) and Fox 43° NE (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bluewell?
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 90° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Bluewell?
WVVA is only 5.8 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 Bluewell?
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 West Virginia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Bluewell; signal estimates ignore terrain.