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From Wikipedia
The maximum range of a mast (where it is not limited by interference with other masts nearby) depends on the same circumstances. Some technologies, such as GSM, have a fixed maximum range of 40km (25 miles), which is imposed by technical limitations.[citation needed] CDMA and iDEN have no built-in limit, but the limiting factor is really the ability of a low-powered personal cell phone to transmit back to the mast. As a rough guide, based on a tall mast and flat terrain, it is possible to get between 50 to 70 km (30-45 miles). When the terrain is hilly, the maximum distance can vary from as little as 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) to 8 kilometres (5.0 mi).[2] The concept of "maximum" range is misleading, however, in a cellular network.
It say's as little as 8 miles but as large as 45 miles apart.
So, min 3300*8=26400 sq miles
max 3300*45=148500 sq miles
so not all there towers and they dont cover all of the US.