WTTO, Television transmitter tower in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, USA.
WTTO is a broadcasting tower in Tuscaloosa County that transmits television signals across central Alabama. The tall steel structure rises well above the surrounding landscape, with antennas and transmitting equipment mounted at its top.
The tower was built in 1982 and represented a major advancement in television broadcasting for the region. Its completion significantly improved signal coverage for viewers across Tuscaloosa and Birmingham areas.
The tower functions as a central communications hub connecting local communities through television programming and emergency broadcast services.
The tower is visible from the surrounding area and serves as a recognizable landmark in the Tuscaloosa landscape. The red warning lights on top make it easy to spot, especially at night.
The structure ranks among the tallest buildings in Alabama, towering above most natural and human-made features in the area. Its red blinking lights are visible from considerable distances at night and shape the nighttime appearance of the region.
Inception: 1982
Height: 609.6 m
Website: http://wtto21.com
GPS coordinates: 33.48091,-87.40083
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:22
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