Guyed tower 1020197 — Backus, MN
ConstructedFCC Antenna Structure Registration 1020197 — guyed tower near Backus, Minnesota. Tower stabilized by guy wires — the type of every US supertall broadcast mast.
Registration record
FCC record
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Registration number (ASRN) | 1020197 |
| Unique system identifier | 122323 |
| Status | Constructed (C) |
| Structure type | Guyed tower (GTOWER) |
| Date constructed | May 6, 2014 |
| Registration issued | Nov 21, 2025 |
Aviation safety
FAA & lighting
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| FAA study number | 2025-AGL-9044-OE |
| FAA circular | 70/7460-1K |
| Painting / lighting spec | 4, 8, 12 |
| Marking / lighting code | 7 |
Lighting/marking values are the raw FCC specification codes from the ASR record.
Registered owner
Alpharetta, GA · FRN 0003715919
Holds 408 FCC structure registrations — view the full portfolio →
Location
- Address
- 1680 40th Avenue NW (17437993)
- City
- Backus
- State
- Minnesota
- ZIP
- 56435
- County FIPS
- 27021
- Coordinates
- 46.86647, -94.49050
Within ~40 km
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is antenna structure 1020197?
Its registered overall height above ground is 403 m (1,322 ft), and 1,774 m (5,821 ft) above mean sea level.
Who owns tower 1020197?
The registered owner is RURAL CELLULAR CORPORATION, which holds 408 FCC antenna structure registrations.
Where is antenna structure 1020197?
It is located near Backus, Minnesota at 1680 40th Avenue NW (17437993) (46.86647, -94.49050). Its status is constructed; it was constructed on May 6, 2014.
Dataset updated . Source: FCC Antenna Structure Registration 1020197, weekly bulk file.