TV channels & antenna towers in Culloden, West Virginia
Culloden has 28 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW and ION. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WVAH-TV, 8.3 miles to the E.
Network channels in Culloden
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWCHS-TVABC | 8 | 8.3 mi | 96° E | Strong | Charleston, WV |
| CBSWOWK-TVCBS | 13 | 10 mi | 306° NW | Good | Huntington, WV |
| IONWLPX-TVION | 29 | 10 mi | 306° NW | Strong | Charleston, WV |
| NBCWSAZ-TVNBC | 3 | 11 mi | 305° NW | Strong | Huntington, WV |
| CWWQCWCW | 30 | 11 mi | 305° NW | Strong | Portsmouth, OH |
| ABCWOAY-TVABC | 4 | 59 mi | 123° ESE | Weak | Oak Hill, WV |
| NBCWTAP-TVNBC | 15 | 69 mi | 22° NNE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| CWWOVA-CDCW | 22.2 | 69 mi | 22° NNE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| CBSWIYE-LDCBS | 26 | 69 mi | 22° NNE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
Over-the-air TV in Culloden
With roughly 3,060 residents, Culloden is a town in West Virginia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 28 licensed TV transmitters: 13 full-power, 1 Class A, 12 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 12 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 14 farther out. Three of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Parkersburg, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Parkersburg's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8 (WCHS-TV), CBS on channel 13 (WOWK-TV), NBC on channel 3 (WSAZ-TV), CW on channel 30 (WQCW) and ION on channel 29 (WLPX-TV). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WVNS-TV in Lewisburg, WV, 86 miles to the southeast. 6 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 Culloden
The main network towers around Culloden are in different directions: ABC 96° E (8.3 mi), CBS 306° NW (10 mi) and NBC 305° NW (11 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WOWK-TV, WLPX-TV, WSAZ-TV and WQCW, transmit from the same tower site about 10 miles northwest of Culloden (306° NW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Culloden at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Culloden, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Culloden
The farthest main network tower for Culloden is WSAZ-TV (NBC), 11 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.
WVAH-TV is only 8.3 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 Culloden
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WVAH-TVFull power | 8.3 mi | 96° E | Strong | Charleston, WV |
| WVPB-TVFull power | 9.4 mi | 303° WNW | Good | Huntington, WV |
| WHWV-LDTranslator | 13 mi | 264° W | Fair | Huntington, WV |
| WOCW-LDLow power | 15 mi | 77° ENE | Fair | Charleston, WV |
| W26EW-DLow power | 19 mi | 270° W | Fair | Huntington, WV |
| WTSFFull power | 19 mi | 270° W | Fair | Ashland, KY |
| W27EF-DLow power | 22 mi | 98° E | Weak | Charleston, WV |
| WKASFull power | 31 mi | 276° W | Fair | Ashland, KY |
| W32FD-DTranslator | 37 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Louisa, KY |
| WHJC-LPLow power | 50 mi | 190° S | Poor | Williamson, WV |
| WTZP-LDLow power | 55 mi | 293° WNW | Poor | Portsmouth, OH |
| WOUB-TVFull power | 62 mi | 355° N | Weak | Athens, OH |
| W34FE-DLow power | 67 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| W03BX-DLow power | 67 mi | 94° E | Poor | Sutton, WV |
| W04DZ-DLow power | 67 mi | 94° E | Poor | Sutton, WV |
| W18FB-DLow power | 67 mi | 94° E | Poor | Sutton, WV |
| WZTS-LDLow power | 68 mi | 120° ESE | Poor | Summersville, WV |
| WSWP-TVFull power | 68 mi | 122° ESE | Poor | Grandview, WV |
| W21EA-DLow power | 69 mi | 22° NNE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
How Culloden compares with the rest of West Virginia
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Culloden ranks 51st of 163 places in West Virginia: more than the typical West Virginia town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 8.3 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 Huntington, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Culloden: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 305° NW, the direction of WSAZ-TV (NBC), 11 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 12 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 Culloden, WV?
ABC is on channel 8 from WCHS-TV, broadcasting from 8.3 miles E of Culloden. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Culloden, WV?
CBS is on channel 13 from WOWK-TV, broadcasting from 10 miles NW of Culloden. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Culloden, WV?
NBC is on channel 3 from WSAZ-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles NW of Culloden. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Culloden, WV?
CW is on channel 30 from WQCW, broadcasting from 11 miles NW of Culloden. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Culloden?
28 transmitters within 70 miles of Culloden; around 12 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 Culloden?
The main network towers around Culloden are in different directions: ABC 96° E (8.3 mi), CBS 306° NW (10 mi) and NBC 305° NW (11 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Culloden?
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 Culloden?
WVAH-TV is only 8.3 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 Culloden?
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 Culloden; signal estimates ignore terrain.