TV channels & antenna towers in Bridgeport, West Virginia
Bridgeport has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS and CW. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W20DY-D, 1.2 miles to the W.
Network channels in Bridgeport
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWBOY-TVABC | 12.2 | 3.9 mi | 269° W | Good | Clarksburg, WV |
| CWWVFXCW | 10.2 | 4.8 mi | 282° WNW | Good | Clarksburg, WV |
| CBSWDTVCBS | 5 | 4.8 mi | 282° WNW | Strong | Weston, WV |
| ABCWTRF-TVABC | 7.3 | 60 mi | 334° NNW | Weak | Wheeling, WV |
Over-the-air TV in Bridgeport
Bridgeport, West Virginia has a population of about 8,360. Our map shows 24 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 6 full-power, 1 Class A, 15 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
12 of them are within 25 miles of Bridgeport, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 10 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Clarksburg, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Clarksburg's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 12.2 (WBOY-TV), CBS on channel 5 (WDTV) and CW on channel 10.2 (WVFX). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WTAP-TV in Parkersburg, WV, 70 miles to the west. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WTOV-TV in Steubenville, OH, 75 miles to the north. 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 Bridgeport
Point your antenna W, at about 275°. The main network towers for Bridgeport sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WBOY-TV, WVFX and WDTV, transmit from the same tower site about 3.9 miles west of Bridgeport (269° W). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Bridgeport at fair strength or better, all arrive from the west, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bridgeport, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bridgeport
The farthest main network tower for Bridgeport is WDTV (CBS), 4.8 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
WDTV is only 4.8 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 Bridgeport
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W20DY-DLow power | 1.2 mi | 264° W | Good | Roanoke, WV |
| W24ER-DLow power | 2.2 mi | 250° WSW | Good | Clarksburg, WV |
| WUSV-LDLow power | 2.2 mi | 250° WSW | Fair | Fairmont, WV |
| W29FK-DLow power | 4.8 mi | 282° WNW | Weak | Pittsburgh, PA |
| W35DI-DLow power | 4.8 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | Roanoke, WV |
| W28FC-DLow power | 4.8 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | Roanoke, WV |
| W32FY-DLow power | 4.8 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | Clarksburg, WV |
| W25FS-DLow power | 4.8 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | Clarksburg, WV |
| WVUX-LDLow power | 5.8 mi | 270° W | Fair | Fairmont, WV |
| WNPB-TVFull power | 39 mi | 43° NE | Good | Morgantown, WV |
| W28DR-DTranslator | 44 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Cedarville, WV |
| W25FX-DLow power | 50 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Sutton, WV |
| WWKH-CDClass A | 51 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Uniontown, PA |
| W25FR-DLow power | 52 mi | 278° W | Poor | Clarksburg, WV |
| WGPTFull power | 52 mi | 81° E | Fair | Oakland, MD |
| WWVW-LDLow power | 60 mi | 334° NNW | Poor | Wheeling, WV |
| W34FE-DLow power | 62 mi | 268° W | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| W16DT-DLow power | 63 mi | 84° E | Poor | Keyser, WV |
| W17EF-DTranslator | 66 mi | 346° NNW | Poor | Wheeling, WV |
| WVMY-LDLow power | 67 mi | 273° W | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
How Bridgeport compares with the rest of West Virginia
With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Bridgeport ranks 36th of 163 places in West Virginia: more than the typical West Virginia town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 3.9 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
11% of West Virginia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Morgantown, 29 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Bridgeport: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 282° WNW, the direction of WDTV (CBS), 4.8 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 13 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 Bridgeport, WV?
ABC is on channel 12.2 from WBOY-TV, broadcasting from 3.9 miles W of Bridgeport. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Bridgeport, WV?
CBS is on channel 5 from WDTV, broadcasting from 4.8 miles WNW of Bridgeport. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Bridgeport, WV?
CW is on channel 10.2 from WVFX, broadcasting from 4.8 miles WNW of Bridgeport. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bridgeport?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Bridgeport; around 13 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 Bridgeport?
Point your antenna W, at about 275°. The main network towers for Bridgeport sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bridgeport?
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 Bridgeport?
WDTV is only 4.8 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 Bridgeport?
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 Bridgeport; signal estimates ignore terrain.