Mimosa Valley RV Park Decatur TX Texas History of Decatur and Wise County

History

County Seat Established
In 1856 the Texas Legislature established Wise County and directed that a county seat be placed within five miles of the center.  Absolam Bishop, the "father" of  Decatur, was charged with locating and laying out the plans. Bishop, loving the outlay of McKinney, decided to copy its plan and use it for Decatur.  The city was laid out and originally named Taylorsville after Gen. Zachary Taylor.  Bishop, however, did not approve of the name.  He was indifferent to Gen. Taylor's Whip party affiliation and in beginning of 1858 had the name changed to Decatur after naval hero Stephen Decatur. 

Creation of City Offices
The first post office and school were established in 1857.  The town began to flourish and in the early 1860s the first of four courthouses was erected.  The late 1860's saw the creation of new stores.  Ranchers and herders would come in off the Chisholm Trail to grab supplies.

Growth
This time period, however, was not only a time of peaceful growth.  Decatur was plagued by Indian attacks.  The Deep Creek Cemetery south of town had been the final resting place for a few of those attacked.  An example of these attacks comes from the depiction of Sallie Bowman's demise published in a book by Cliff D. Cates, The Pioneer History of Wise County.  He explains how she was chased down and shot by Indians while tending to her father's herd of horses.

Railways
As time went on. Decatur slowly but steadily saw an increase of traffic in the city.  In 1882, the Fort Worth and Denver Railway came through Decatur.  During this time period a gambling railway worker, talking about a female from Decatur, coined the phrase "Eighter from Decatur".  Decatur prospered as a shipping point and market for farmers.

Courthouse
In 1896, the last of the four county courthouses was built.  It came at a price of $110,000 ($2,810,388 in today's money) and is build of solid pink granite and Vermont marble.  The building is still in use today and is rated one of the best historic courthouses in the country.

Education
With the continual growth of the city, in 1897, land was purchased to create Decatur Baptist College.  The college was finished in 1898 and became the first 2-year college ever established in the state of Texas. This building now resides as the Wise County Museum.  The college moved to Dallas in 1965 in order to expand on 100 acres of land donated to it and by the invitation of the Dallas Baptist Association.  The college soon became a four-year school, but still gets to proclaim itself the "Oldest Junior College in Texas".

Population
As Fort Worth continued to grow, so did Decatur.  Decatur's population slowly but steadily risen from it's 1904 tally of 1,562 to just over an estimated 6,400 (July, 2008).  Despite it's "low" population, Decatur flourishes because of its position in the county.  Due to it's placement, Decatur still attracts farmers, ranchers, oil and gas workers, vacationers, citizens from surround areas, and it's own citizens in for everything from supplies to a peaceful night out on the town.

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Interesting things in Decatur TX Texas

 

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Grace Baptist Church of Decatur TX

The bells chime every hour from 9am to 9pm and the

bells chime out hymns every 3 hours. 

Just beautiful. Go give a listen sometime.

Shout out to Grace Baptist Church

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Check out this review of Mimosa Valley RV Park

 Thank you Dr Daniel and Dido for the high praise!!

CHECK OUT THIS REVIEW! 

It comes from a former professor at Weatherford College in Bridgeport, Texas. He lived at Mimosa Valley RV Park for approximately 3 years. Him and his loveable Fur Friend dog, Dido were great tenants/residents. They seemed to enjoy the peace and quite atmosphere as well. He even posted a picture of the cardinal (see below) in the trees directly behind his Camper/Trailer/RV. This was taken from his big picture window in his living room looking out into the woods. 

Dr Daniel made this remarkable review because he was angered about the several reviews that his one adjacent neighbor submitted to yelp. He said, and I quote, that it is ironic that the issues came in from the campers that created the most noise and had a pup that yapped continuously. He made a good point about reviews. If you are in business long enough and work with enough people, sooner or later one will have an unresolved issue. He also pointed out how the public are quick to leave bad reviews and slow to leave the positive reviews. This is why he made the above post. Yelp will not post this review as they think it is not legitimate. It is. He was a well-educated, former, long-term tenant/resident and we are very proud of his very well worded positive review.

Also below are pix that he took and sent to us or posted. One is a deer behind his living space, another is a deer at pasture, then the baby deer that was born right here in the park, his baby dido cooling off on a hot day under the gazebo, and a pic of the beautiful Dido in his home. 

Again, Thank you Dr Daniel and Dido for the high praise!!

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940-627-7288

FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE - LAUNDRY SERVICE AVAILABLE

 

Now offering laundry service to residents

Simply drop off at office, 

go about your day,

and pick up at office

• House brand detergent is furnished
• If you have a special brand or other special requests,  please leave with laundry drop-off
• No bleach will be used
• Laundry will be washed, dried, and folded and/or hung depending on your specifications
• Please leave hangers required with your laundry drop-off.
• Some laundry may be air dried when weather permits.

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We are located only a mile and half outside city limits. Due to the fact that we are located near the bottom of a hill, actual high-speed wifi has not been available until now. 

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The Modern RV

 

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Once the 1950s hit, after Chevy manufactured a motorhome, RVs of all types just got better and better. Travel Trailers, Fifth Wheels, and Motorhomes all got bigger, longer, more spacious, and more luxurious. Soon manufacturers began equipping RVs with TVs and even crazier things such as portable swimming pools and diving boards!

As the RV Industry grew, many automobile companies tried their hand at RV manufacturing including Volkswagen and Dodge. The goal was to make RV living as convenient and comfortable as possible. It’s safe to say that the major RV brands today, like Grand Design, Keystone, and Forest River, have done an incredible job at doing just that. There are even people who live completely out of their RV; this has been deemed the “RV Lifestyle.”

Who Modernized the RV?

 

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 After Gatti’s massive RVs were made, RV expansion basically halted as it was now the 1940s, and it was war time, so trailers were needed for other uses during both World War I and World War II. The US military even purchased thousands of RVs called “Palace Expanados” to house newly enlisted men and their families. However, after the war was over, the “RV Craze” began again. 

Howard Hughes, the movie producer, actually had 8 large RVs built that served as mobile dressing rooms, which began the modern idea to commercialize RVs. For the first time an RV was made for something other than camping or exploring, introducing the idea of using RVs for business and other commercial purposes.

When did RVs Become Popular?

 

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As camping became more popular throughout the next decade (1911-1920), so did RVs. More and more people began to adapt their cars and trucks to their lifestyle, mostly using wood and tents. Considering the people coming up with these designs largely were not mechanics or engineers, these advancements were ingenious and just kept getting better. Most of these automobiles had refrigerators, kitchenettes, showers, baths, and other typical features we’d expect to see on modern RVs. Some were even equipped with telegraphs and electric lights!

One of the most impressive vehicles of this time was “The Gypsy Van,” which boasted 2 stories, weighed 8 ton, and had the interior like that of an English manor house. Then, in 1917, the first Fifth Wheel camping trailer was invented, which really changed the RV game. Throughout the 1920’s, custom RVs just kept coming and were often built on the most popular car at the time, which was none other than the Ford model. This became known as the “Ford House Car.”

Who made the first RV?

 

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While people had been building custom RVs for over 30 years, companies began to manufacture these new types of vehicles. In 1936, the Curtis Aerocar was made by Glen Curtis, who was actually an aircraft designer, not an auto designer. That same year an RV called the Clipper was manufactured by Airstream Trailer Co; it could sleep 4 people and carry a supply of water. Within the next couple of years the “Teardrop” RV model became popular as well. 

Around the same time, an Italian author, Gatti, had two RVs called “Jungle Yachts” made for his trip to Africa. These RVs had much more advanced designs and features than the RVs that came before them, including a dining car, a bar, two bedrooms, electrical lighting, and even a telephone. He and his company also built a 50ft Fifth Wheel RV that included an observation deck, a wine cellar, and many modern conveniences, making RV history! 

Interesting RV History

 

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When was the First RV Built?

In the early 1900s, the first versions of “recreational vehicles” began to appear and were all custom built. By “recreational vehicle,” we mean a car with a simple wooden trailer attached to the back of it. Not really what we think of when we hear the word “RV” right? Well, we had to start somewhere! Not long after the first “RVs” came out, automobile lovers began to expand on these “homes on wheels” ideas and improve them as well. One of the very first, most popular RVs was the “Pierce Arrow Touring Landau.”

What is the Oldest Motorhome?

Shortly after RVs began to appear, the first “motorhome” arrived on the scene. In 1910, the very first “motorhome,” made from a 3 ton Packard truck, made its debut. The vehicle was 28 feet long, 6.5 feet wide, and it could sleep 11 people, which was impressive considering how early it was made! It also boasted an ice box, a toilet, and a “salon,” making it the very first bonafide “motorhome.”

RV HISTORY - RVs through the years! (Part 3) 1951 - 1960

 

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1951 to 1960

RVs expanded in size and length with luxury interior décor and modern conveniences such as plumbing and bathrooms, as well as kitchens. The 50s were the decade of blossoming for the RV, and by the end, mobile homes and travel trailers were a definite part of the camper lifestyle. Terraces, and upstairs and downstairs models with separate private bedrooms were not uncommon in RVs at that point.
The Executive Flagship, built in 1952, was 65 feet long and weighed 18 tons. It had 10 wheels and was equipped with two bathrooms, wall-to-wall carpeting, and a 21-inch TV. It had a portable pool and diving board and retailed at $75,000.
An ingenious two-story RV design was created in 1955 and had two upstairs bedrooms, a main bedroom downstairs, and other conveniences found in modern RVs. It could sleep 8 people.
In 1958, the first pop-up truck camper was made, and five years later mass production began on these campers.
1959 saw Shasta enter the RV industry, and it soon became the most popular travel trailer of the era.

RV HISTORY - RVs through the years! (Part 2) 1931 - 1950

 

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1931 to 1940

This decade saw manufacturers begin to make travel trailers, ranging from very small to very large. In 1936, the Curtiss Aerocar was made by Glen Curtiss, an aircraft designer. In the same year, the Airstream Trailer Co. manufactured the Clipper, with riveted aluminum resembling an airplane. It could sleep four and carried a supply of water.
In 1937, the teardrop trailer which slept two became popular. In 1938, Commander Attilio Gatti, an Italian explorer, had two “jungle yachts” made for his trips to Africa. The jungle yachts had a dining car, bar, two bedrooms, and lighting, as well as a telephone. The same company built a 50-foot, 5th-wheel semi-trailer which included an observation deck, wine cellar, and all the latest conveniences. It was sold to an Indian Maharaja.

1941 to 1950

During World War II, RV growth halted as trailers and their materials were needed for other uses. After the war was over, manufacturers again began to create innovative house cars that changed the future of RVing almost instantly. Howard Hughes, the legendary movie producer, had 8 RVs built to serve as mobile dressing rooms. They had mahogany interiors, bathrooms, a refrigerator, a stove, and air conditioners.
In 1942, the US military purchased thousands of the “Palace Expando” a revolutionary trailer that expanded on both sides and had a shower and bath. Newly enlisted men and their families were housed in these trailers.
In 1946, a fascinating motor home was built on the chassis of a Chevrolet. According to historical sources, the owner of the RV couldn’t go on vacation without being stopped by curious people.
The Shoreland Tandem Town and Country was a 30-foot-long trailer with electric fixtures and 3 rooms. In 1948, Flxible Bus Company began manufacturing custom coaches.

RV HISTORY - RVs through the years! (Part 1) 1901 - 1930

 

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1901 to 1910

A 1909 edition of Motor Magazine showed a car pulling a trailer, and an article about Dr. Charles A. Morsman’s “automobile camping trailer” from around the same time reports the trailer had a bed, a small kitchen, and hot and cold running water thanks to an onboard water tank. Before long, simple wooden structures were constructed on the chassis of a car and the first motor homes were made.
The first motor home was built from a 3-ton Packard truck in 1910. It could sleep 11 people, was 28 feet long, had an icebox, toilet, and salon, and was 6 and a half feet wide. The motor home was used up until 1924.

1911 to 1920s

Campers continued to find more ingenious ways to adapt cars to their lifestyles, usually using wood and tents to construct their living spaces. These RVs and motor homes had refrigerators or ice boxes, kitchenettes, showers or baths, and other typical features. Some were even hooked up with telegraphs and electric lights.
The house car “gypsy van” was built in 1915. It weighed 8 tons, had an interior like an English manor house, and even had a rooftop garden. The first fifth-wheel camping trailer hit the road in 1917.

1921 to 1930

Until the 1920s, the most common car was the Ford Model T, and RVs had to be custom-built. In 1923, a Nomad house car was built on the chassis of the Ford Model TT. It was owned by novelists John Stanton and Mary Chapman, who owned it for 47 years and traveled in it to 24 states. In 1927, Leonard S Whittier built a custom RV on the chassis of a Brockway model” H’ bus chassis. It had wicker chairs, bookcases, a refrigerator, and a sink as well as an electric stove. It even had a septic tank.

UNUSUAL VINTAGE RVs SERIES (Part 6) The Volkswagen VW

 

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1975: The Bay Camper Bus

The Bay Camper Bus model rolled off of the assembly line in 1975. Although it had many of the same features as the Bay, the Bay Camper Bus had a different bay window design. This model soon gained a huge following among those who wanted to use it as a camper van or mobile home.

The new design of the Bay Camper Bus also proved to be an inspiration for several different companies. They configured the vans for more storage space, and so drivers could cook and sleep in them. They also created elevating roofs that could sleep more than 5 people. By 1975, the Hanover factory had released 4 million of these vans.

1979: The T4, T5, and the T25

VW stopped producing the Bay window bus, replacing it with the T25 in 1979. They also released the T4 and T5 models. Although these models didn’t become icons like the Splitty, they were wildly popular.

2014: The VW Camper Era Comes to an End

After almost 70 years, the VW camper van was retired in January 2014, mainly because VW could no longer adapt it to keep up with the safety regulations of the modern age. Despite being discontinued, the camper van is still a popular vehicle. You can expect to see these vehicles on the road for many years to come.

Since pioneers crossed the plains in covered wagons, humans have been fashioning various forms of RVs. It’s fascinating to glance at RV history and see how far motorhomes have come since then, and to dream about what future models will look like!

UNUSUAL VINTAGE RVs SERIES (Part 5) The Volkswagen VW

 

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1949: The Introduction of the “Splitty”

The ‘Splitty,’ or split window model VW camper van, was released in 1949. It is still one of the most popular models to this day. In fact, one of these vans in good condition can sell for as much as $50,000.

VW manufactured the ‘Splitty’ or, as they are officially known, the Type 2, until 1967. The first of its kind, the Bulli, was released as a Kombi and Panel van in 1949. They also released the Microbus one year later.

In the mid-1950s, the Splitty was introduced to the US market, where it experienced a wealth of success. In fact, almost 200,000 vans were sold by the early 1960s.

1967: The First Evolution of the Type 2

The Bay (an evolution of the Type 2) replaced the ‘Splitty’ design in 1967. Improvements included:

• A bigger body that could carry larger loads
• A speed increase of up to 80 mph
• A more comfortable ride
• A more powerful engine, which was later changed to a 2L model
• Better electrics

UNUSUAL VINTAGE RVs SERIES (Part 4) The VW Volkswagen

 

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Volkswagen 1960’s

Volkswagen was already entrenched in America by the ’60s. The Westfalia camper by VW was manufactured in 1967. Around 100 of these conversions with electrical hookups and an ice box, curtains, and an optional popup tent were purchased in Germany and brought to the States.

The VW Camper Van: A Brief History

Speaking of Volkwagen, many people fondly remember sleeping in VW camper vans throughout the years! Here is a brief history of this iconic recreational – and practical, everyday – vehicle.

1947: The Beginning

Believe it or not, this campervan had humble beginnings. It was created to carry car parts around a humongous VW factory in Great Britain.

Before its invention, manufacturers used stripped-down VW Beetles for the task. In 1947, a Dutch VW importer named Ben Pon came up with an idea for a van based on the Beetle.

Out of this concept, the first VW camper van was born. In the beginning, it was simply a 170 cubic-foot box built on a four-wheeled chassis. Over the next few years, Volkswagen expanded on this concept and came up with almost 100 different body combinations with a variety of uses, including the camper van, pick-ups, ambulances, fire engines, and more.

UNUSUAL VINTAGE RVs SERIES (Part 3)

 

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Dodge and Travco 60s to 70s

These motorhomes were popular RVs built on a Dodge chassis. When Dodge stopped manufacturing the chassis, Travco went under. The Travco motorhome sold for $9,000 and enjoyed the bulk of the budding motorhome market. These motorhomes were revolutionary in shape and construction, using fiberglass and eliminating dry rot.
They had fully equipped kitchens, and the interiors were well-made and practical. The cars featured a dinette, refrigerator, double sink, floor coverings, and large closets.

Winnebago

Founded in 1958, Winnebago began by designing furniture for travel trailers. The first Winnebago was made in 1966 and was sold at half the price of competing models, and the name soon became synonymous with motor homes.

UNUSUAL VINTAGE RVs SERIES (Part 2)

 

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1937 Curtiss Aerocar

Built in Detroit, the Aerocar was commercially manufactured. It was designed by Glenn Curtiss, an aircraft designer who used those principles on the Aerocars. The trailers had no chassis, and the wheels were placed at the very end of the curved roadster. The trailer retailed at $5000. A tow car was custom-built for the trailer, and was chauffeur-driven, with pull-down windows. The rear seat converted into a bed, making it self-contained without the trailer. The car also had storage compartments and an intercom system connecting the car and trailer.

1937 Ford House Car

Produced in limited numbers, the Ford House Car had steel cladding and wood paneling. Only six were made every year. The interior was lined with wood, and the door frames were thick solid wood. A storage cabinet fit under the bed, and curtains and pull-down shades hung on all the windows. A fold-down table was fixed to the back of the driver’s seat

Flxible 1955

Flxible is now known as Custom Coach Corp. It was founded in 1913 and made the Flxible sidecars for motorcycles. Ford then made the Ford Roadster and sold it at $360, making the sidecar and motorcycle less popular. Flxible then turned to the RV market. In 1936, the company concentrated on coach conversions and introduced its Clipper range of buses. In 1955, Flxible started converting its buses into luxury motor homes. The interior of these coaches featured wood grain plastic drawers and cupboards. Coaches with a triangular mesh on the rear rift side of the vehicle had air conditioning.

UNUSUAL VINTAGE RVs SERIES (Part 1)

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Lampsteed Kampkar 1915

This early RV was manufactured by Anheuser-Busch. It was mounted on the chassis of a Ford Model T and could be yours for the low price of $535 (over $15,000 today). The camper was designed by Samuel B. Arthur and was sold in a completely knocked-down kit that could be shipped anywhere in the country. It was forest green, and a number of them are still available today. The Kampkar had two wide, comfortable beds courtesy of pullouts on either side. Four people could sleep in the two beds.

1927 Motorcoach aka ‘ Flordellen’

This custom RV was built long before RVs were a way of life. It is believed the RV had a woodwork interior though none of the pictures in existence show this. The Flordellen was 7 feet wide and 9 feet high, making it practical. It extended over 30 feet from the bumper to the observation platform and had electric heaters, a refrigerator and oven, and a stove. The main bedroom had two wicker chairs and cupboards. The upholstery was gray-green leather, and it had a complete bathroom finished in cream tile. The toilet emptied into a septic tank on the floor of the RV.
The driver and passenger seats converted into single beds, and a rear observation platform at the back of the vehicle afforded comfort with a view.

RV (Recreational Vehicles) Which one? Different types of RVs, Campers, Trailers...

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Camper or Travel trailer		Trailer	13 to 35 ft (4.0 to 10.7 m)	Uses tow hitch attached to rear frame of towing vehicle
Fifth wheel		Trailer	17 to 40 ft (5.2 to 12.2 m)	Uses fifth-wheel coupling centered above rear axle of towing vehicle
Folding / Pop-up		Trailer	8 to 16 ft (2.4 to 4.9 m)	With collapsable sides that are stowed during towing
Class A (Integrated)		Motorhome	26 to 45 ft (7.9 to 13.7 m)	Typically built on heavy-duty truck or bus chassis
Class B (Semi-integrated)		Motorhome	17 to 23 ft (5.2 to 7.0 m)	Typically vans with elevated rooflines
Class C (Alcove)		Motorhome	20 to 30 ft (6.1 to 9.1 m)	Typically built on cutaway pickup or van chassis with bunk over cab area
Truck camper		Insert	8 ft (2.4 m) or more	Carried in bed area of pickup truck

WIFI (High-Speed, Triple Encrypted, Multi-User Capable)AVAILABLE!

Mimosa Valley Long-Term, Full-Time, Gated, Private RV Park in Decatur TX, Texas offers to our Residents High Speed WIFI. Triple Encrypted for our Residents Protection. Stream TV, Music, Work from Home, etc Capabilities. Many RV Parks offer free WIFI to their guests but service may be compromised when multiple users are on (this is usually why it is free). MVRV Park offers High-Speed WIFI that is capable of supporting multiple users at a very affordable rate. No Contracts, very secure, great speeds. Contact us today for more details. 

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FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE - LAUNDRY SERVICE AVAILABLE

 

Now offering laundry service to residents

Simply drop off at office, 

go about your day,

and pick up at office

• House brand detergent is furnished
• If you have a special brand or other special requests,  please leave with laundry drop-off
• No bleach will be used
• Laundry will be washed, dried, and folded and/or hung depending on your specifications
• Please leave hangers required with your laundry drop-off.
• Some laundry may be air dried when weather permits.

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VALUABLE SURGE PROTECTOR INFORMATION

 

How Exactly Does RV Surge Protector Work?

A surge protector acts as an intermediary between your RV electrical system and the power outlet you connect it.

To get a clear picture of how your RV surge guard works, think of it like a sponge…but rather than absorbing liquids, it takes in the unsafe levels of voltage and thus ensures they don't reach your RV appliances and damage them.

Unlike the sponge which can take out the liquid it absorbs, your surge protector will not get rid of the voltage it takes in. This means that the surge guard can only handle a certain amount of voltage before it goes bad and stops working.

How much voltage your specific protector model can withstand? Well, this is usually expressed in terms of joules.

The joule rating for the most common RV surge protectors run from 400 to 2000 Joules. The higher the number of joules, the more unsafe voltages a protector can withstand.

For instance, if you have a protector rated 1000 Joules and it takes in 200-joule hit, that means it's left with 800 joules worth of protection. If it takes 3 more 200-joule hits, it depletes its protection levels and will no longer be able to safeguard your electric items.

How To Check If Your Protector Is Still Working?

When your RV surge guard has reached its limit for taking in unsafe voltage, it stops working. But how do you know that your protector has stopped functioning?

The fact that these devices do not come with some kind of display to indicate their operating status makes it quite hard for you to monitor their joules status and know when they stop working.

Luckily, though, the manufacturers integrated LED indicators into them which will give you an idea of the status of your surge protector.

This means that these devices come with their own surge protection testing mechanism and if this test fails, they'll let you know by triggering a visual in the form of LED notification…though some high-end models feature an audio alarm as well.

Typically, a green LED illumination indicates that your surge guard is 100% functional and ready to protect your appliances should a power surge occur. If the green LED isn't illuminating, however, this is a cause for concern. it could mean something is wrong with your device's internal setup or the power outlet you're using isn't correctly wired.

The surge protector for RV also has additional LEDs that give you information about the power outlet you connect it to, including whether the outlet is grounded, reverse polarity, faulty outlet wiring, and whether normal power is flowing from the outlet.

Surge Guards Don't Last Forever!

Now that we have explained that the protection ability of a surge guard is measured in terms of joules, it means that this device isn't designed to last forever. Once it depletes its joules, that's the end of it.

Unlike what most folks think, the lifespan of a surge guard isn't measured in years. The Joule rating determines how long a given surge guard lasts. When the joules are used up, the guard should warn you that it's no longer capable of protecting your equipment via the LED indicators.

For continued protection of your RV electric items against power surges, we always recommend you to find the best surge protector for RV to replace your current model as soon as it stops working.

Final Verdict

You can tell the operational status of your surge protector by looking at its LED indicators. Green illumination usually indicates the device is working properly. Failure of the green light to show up when you plug in your device might be an indication that it's no longer working.

These protectors come with a built-in mechanism that constantly tests for their surge protection capabilities and fires a warning (via LED indicators) if they detect they're no longer able to protect your appliances.