On A Clear Day You Can Hear Forever
Those who have been involved with the scanning hobby for any amount of time will know that getting good, accurate and current information is not an easy task. This website is an attempt to provide you with the most accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date data available anywhere for the St. Louis area (*).
You may have seen other websites that list frequencies for our local area, but the majority of these sites use the data as it comes directly from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Raw data available from the FCC database does not contain information about usage, DPL/PL tones, channel numbers, suppressed frequencies, talkgroups, etc.
Furthermore, most of the national frequency guide books that are offered for sale are usually severely outdated and seem to rely mainly on the FCC data. Unlike a few other larger cities, nobody publishes a scanner directory specific to the St. Louis area.... until NOW!
Gathering frequencies In reality, there are only two methods used to gather the most accurate and current information:
- Finding it yourself. This method requires lots of patience, sweat and hard work; using a frequency counter or your scanner and its search function, listening and taking careful notes on what you hear. Or...
- Find likeminded scanner enthusiasts who have already done the "hard work" for you!
(*) The frequency listings you'll find on this site are a collection of just the "good stuff" - only confirmed frequencies, CTCSS tones, talkgroups and user information; any frequency information that was gathered via the on-line FCC database has been scrutinized for accuracy, before being presented here.
How you can help An untold number of hours have been (and continue to be) expended in the collection and processing of the data. But, your help is needed in keeping the information presented here up-to-date. Any updates, corrections, or other information you wish to contribute is always welcome and greatly appreciated. You can reach me at this email address. Remember: Help me to help serve you better.
Origin of this data All frequency usage in the U.S. is handled though the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and is a matter of public record. The information on these pages comes from a variety of sources including, but not limited to: the online FCC database(s), various scanner references (both printed and on-line), personal monitoring observations and that of my associates, updates and information sent via email from anonymous contributors who have visited these pages, etc. As far as any misuse of the information presented here, virtually any information can be misused if someone is so inclined, but that should in no way prevent anyone from making it available for those who will make good use of it.
Disclaimer Please note that all items listed here are subject to change at any time. While every attempt is made to present accurate data it should be noted that the author makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of any information provided in this document, and is not responsible for any consequences of its use. Users should check with independent data sources before relying on any of the information provided here.
NO PORTION OF THIS PAGE MAY BE COPIED OR REPRODUCED IN ANY FORM WITHOUT PERMISSION The frequencies, callsigns and users are of course public domain - this basic data can be retrieved directly from the FCC by anyone. But, this entire compilation, the notes, all supplementary information and commentary are copyrighted material and may not be used without permission.
This document is maintained by Anthony W. Haukap and the current version of it can always be found by going to my website at: http://www.cyberspace.org/~awh/
St. Louis, Missouri Scanner Frequencies General Frequency Coverage and Bank Layout:
| Utilities & Business Frequencies |
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| Miscellaneous Frequencies |
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| Air Traffic Control Frequencies |
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Metro East (Illinois) Public Service Frequencies |
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Nationwide Services and Search Range Frequency Limits |
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| Public Service Scanning Information |
Additional Information
Talkgroup IDs, Disposition Codes, "10" Codes, Squad Car Numbering, Precinct/District Maps, Commonly Used Abbreviations, and other items that will make your scanning experience more enjoyable!
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| Raw Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Frequency Information |
The following file contains all licenses in the FCC’s ULS, Mass Media, and Experimental databases within a 75-mile radius of downtown St. Louis, frequencies from .1 kHz to 40 GHz (excluding the 1000s of 800MHz Nextel licenses). In Microsoft Excel spreadsheet format, approximately 30,000 records, 4MB in size.
Saint Louis Frequency Database Excel Format (.XLS), ~4 MB
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 Scanning and Public Safety Resources - Links to the various webpages with resources such as Ham Radio and Scanning: Monitoring Police and Fire Communications, Scanner Frequencies, Law Enforcement Professional resources for Management, Guidance and Self-Help.
St Louis Frequency and Scanner Related Links
The Scanner Antenna Challenge
Uniden Bearcat BC250D Tips & Tricks (+ BCi25D)
Uniden Bearcat BC780xlt Tips & Tricks
Electra Bearcat 101 Programming Instructions
Downloadable Scanner Owners Manuals (Bearcat-IV, BC101, BC12, etc.)
St. Louis Missouri Frequency Information:
Frequency Files for Computer Programmable Scanners
Fire & Police Scanner Frequencies
Area Utility Company Frequencies
Area Business Frequencies
Airport Frequencies
Metro East (Illinois) Frequency Information:
Police, Fire & Highway Patrol Scanner Frequencies
Common Nationwide Frequency Information:
Itinerant, FRS, GMRS, MURS, Dot and Star Frequencies, etc.
Common Search Ranges
LIVE! On-Line Scanner Audio Feeds:
Listen live as the St. Louis police and fire services do their jobs.
Live Scanners Audio from many cities across the county and around the world!
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NOTE: While every effort is made to keep this data up-to-date, users should check with independent data sources before relying on any of the information presented on any of these pages here. If you have any questions or comments about something listed please email me. With your help we can make this into the ultimate source for St. Louis area scanner frequency information!
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I would like to personally thank the following contributors for graciously providing updated frequency information found on this page...
Contributors Page
If I left anyone out, please let me know. Sometimes I do not always catch the name and address, as headers sometimes get stripped from the messages. Your help in making this the ultimate source for St. Louis frequency information is greatly appreciated!
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