Ecological bank protection structure

By designing an ecological embankment structure that combines water-retaining frames, planting boxes, and ecological terraces, the problem of the existing embankment's impact on the ecological environment has been solved, achieving the effect of water retention, slope protection, and ecological symbiosis.

CN224363254UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-16JILIN WATER CONSERVANCY & HYDROPOWER PLANNING INST
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Application Number
CN202521549014.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-07-24
Publication Date
2026-06-16
Estimated Expiration
2035-07-24

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Technical Problem

The existing embankment structure only serves to block water, affecting the ecological environment on both sides of the river and lacking places for planting plants and for fish to hide.

Method used

Design an ecological embankment structure that includes a water-retaining frame, planting boxes, ecological steps, and a walking trail. The water-retaining frame blocks the impact of water flow, while the planted vegetation forms an ecosystem in which fish and plants coexist.

Benefits of technology

While achieving water retention and slope protection, it also protected the ecological environment, promoted the symbiosis of plants and fish, and enhanced the ecological aesthetics and safety of the river channel.

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Abstract

The application discloses an ecological bank protection structure, which comprises a lower steep slope arranged at the bottom, a stepped block arranged on the lower steep slope, a water retaining frame arranged on the stepped block, a connecting assembly arranged between the water retaining frames, a planting box arranged in the water retaining frame, a gap between the planting box and the bottom and the sidewall of the water retaining frame, an upper gentle slope arranged above the lower steep slope, an ecological step arranged on the top of the upper gentle slope, and a sightseeing path arranged above the upper gentle slope. The water retaining frame blocks the water flow, separates the steep slope and the gentle slope, plants on the bank protection, and makes the fish and the plants symbiotic in the water retaining frame, so that the water retaining and bank protection effect is realized and the normal development of the ecological environment is ensured.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of river construction technology, and more specifically, to an ecological embankment structure. Background Technology

[0002] Embankments are a widely adopted engineering measure in river basins and reservoir areas of water conservancy and hydropower projects. Existing embankments are generally built at appropriate locations in the river channels of river basins and reservoir areas. Existing embankments only have the function of water retention. After the construction of embankments, they have a significant impact on the ecology on both sides of the river. There is no vegetation to plant, and fish in the river have nowhere to hide at the embankment. Utility Model Content

[0003] To overcome the shortcomings mentioned above, this utility model aims to provide an ecological embankment structure that can combine embankment protection with the ecological environment.

[0004] An ecological embankment structure includes: a lower steep slope at the bottom, with stepped blocks on the lower steep slope; a water-retaining frame on the stepped blocks; the water-retaining frames connected by connecting components; planting boxes in the water-retaining frames, with gaps between the planting boxes and the bottom and side walls of the water-retaining frames; an upper gentle slope above the lower steep slope; ecological steps at the top of the upper gentle slope; and a walking trail above the upper gentle slope.

[0005] Furthermore, the stepped block includes a contact surface and a transition groove, the contact surface is located above the transition groove, and the bottom of the water-blocking frame is connected to the contact surface.

[0006] Furthermore, the bottom and rear wall of the water-blocking frame are plate-like structures, and the front end, left and right ends and top of the water-blocking frame are provided with openings, and the left and right adjacent side walls of the water-blocking frame fit together.

[0007] Furthermore, a positioning bolt is pre-embedded on the contact surface, the positioning bolt passes through the bottom of the water-blocking frame, and a positioning nut is screwed onto the positioning bolt, the positioning nut being in contact with the top surface of the bottom of the water-blocking frame.

[0008] Furthermore, the connecting assembly includes a connecting column, a first crossbar, and a second crossbar. The connecting column passes through the water-blocking frame, the first crossbar passes through the vertically adjacent connecting columns, and the second crossbar passes through the horizontally adjacent connecting columns.

[0009] Furthermore, the connecting column is provided with a first through hole at both the top and bottom, the first crossbar passes through the first through hole, and the connecting column is also provided with a second through hole at the bottom, the second through hole being perpendicular to the first through hole.

[0010] Furthermore, the first crossbar is provided with a connecting hole, which can coincide with the second through hole. The second crossbar can pass through the connecting hole and the second through hole, and adjacent second crossbars are connected by a sleeve.

[0011] Furthermore, the planting box is provided with extension plates at both ends, the extension plates are attached to the top of the water-blocking frame, the extension plates are connected to the water-blocking frame by screws, and the side wall of the planting box is provided with fish passage holes.

[0012] Furthermore, a gravel layer is provided between the upper gentle slope and the ecological steps, and the ecological steps are provided with several planting holes.

[0013] Furthermore, the walkway is equipped with railings, and the railings are equipped with hinged gates.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] ① This structure uses a water-retaining frame to block the impact of water flow and separates steep slopes from gentle slopes. At the same time, plants are planted on the embankment, and fish and plants coexist in the water-retaining frame. This achieves the effect of water retention and slope protection while ensuring the normal development of the ecological environment. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an ecological embankment protection structure.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of stepped blocks and water-retaining frames in an ecological embankment structure.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a connecting component in an ecological embankment structure.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the drying of the first horizontal bar in an ecological embankment structure.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Lower steep slope; 2. Step block; 21. Contact surface; 22. Transition groove; 23. Positioning bolt; 24. Positioning nut; 3. Water retaining frame; 4. Connecting assembly; 41. Connecting column; 411. First through hole; 412. Second through hole; 42. First crossbar; 421. Connecting hole; 43. Second crossbar; 431. Sleeve; 5. Planting box; 51. Fish passage hole; 6. Upper gentle slope; 7. Ecological steps; 71. Gravel layer; 72. Planting hole; 8. Visitor trail; 81. Railing; 82. Opening and closing door. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] like Figure 1 As shown, an ecological embankment structure includes: a lower steep slope 1 at the bottom, with stepped blocks 2 on the lower steep slope 1; water-retaining frames 3 on the stepped blocks 2; water-retaining frames 3 connected by connecting components 4; planting boxes 5 in the water-retaining frames 3, with gaps between the planting boxes 5 and the bottom and side walls of the water-retaining frames 3; an upper gentle slope 6 above the lower steep slope 1; ecological steps 7 at the top of the upper gentle slope 6; and a walking trail 8 above the upper gentle slope 6.

[0024] like Figure 2 As shown, the step block 2 is made of concrete. The bottom of the step block 2 is anchored into the soil layer of the lower steep slope 1 by pile driving, so that the step block 2 can be stably kept in place to resist the impact of river water. The step block 2 includes a contact surface 21 and a transition groove 22. The contact surface 21 is set horizontally and is located above the transition groove 22. The transition groove 22 is concave compared with the contact surface 21. The transition groove 22 and the contact surface 21 are alternately distributed on the lower steep slope 1. The bottom of the water-retaining frame 3 is connected to the contact surface 21. The front end of the water-retaining frame 3 is located above the transition groove 22. The vertical water-retaining frame 3 is distributed in a stepped shape. The transition groove 22 is set to facilitate the inspection and installation of the front bottom of the water-retaining frame 3.

[0025] The bottom and rear wall of the water-retaining frame 3 are plate-like structures, and are impermeable, thus providing a certain degree of resistance to the impact of river water. Openings are provided at the front, left and right ends, and top of the water-retaining frame 3, allowing water and fish to enter. The presence of colorful koi carp within the water-retaining frame 3 enhances the aesthetic appeal of the embankment and allows for the existence of an ecosystem within it. The side walls of adjacent water-retaining frames 3 fit together, and the rear walls of the water-retaining frames 3 connect to form a continuous water-retaining plate, providing embankment protection for long stretches of river.

[0026] Positioning bolts 23 are pre-embedded on the contact surface 21. The positioning bolts 23 are positioned and pre-embedded when the stepped block 2 is poured. An opening is also provided at the bottom of the water-blocking frame 3. The positioning bolts 23 pass through the opening at the bottom of the water-blocking frame 3. A positioning nut 24 is screwed onto the positioning bolts 23. The positioning nut 24 fits against the bottom top surface of the water-blocking frame 3. The water-blocking frame 3 is fixed on the stepped block 2 by the cooperation of the positioning bolts 23 and the positioning nut 24 to prevent the water-blocking frame 3 from being washed away by the water flow.

[0027] Connecting component 4 connects adjacent water-blocking frames 3 together, enhancing the overall stability of the water-blocking frames 3. For example... Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the connecting assembly 4 includes connecting posts 41, a first crossbar 42, and a second crossbar 43. The connecting posts 41 are vertically distributed and penetrate the water-retaining frame 3. The top of the connecting posts 41 is above the water-retaining frame 3, and the bottom of the connecting posts 41 is below the water-retaining frame 3. The first crossbar 42 penetrates the top of the connecting posts 41 in the lower water-retaining frame 3 and the bottom of the connecting posts 41 in the upper water-retaining frame 3. The second crossbar 43 penetrates the adjacent connecting posts 41 on the left and right. The connecting posts 41, the first crossbar 42, and the second crossbar 43 connect all the water-retaining frames 3 together and, together with the positioning bolts 23, fix the position of the water-retaining frames 3. When the water flow impact is severe, the overall force can block it, enhancing the protection capability of the embankment.

[0028] The connecting column 41 is provided with a first through hole 411 at both the top and bottom. The first crossbar 42 passes through the first through hole 411 and restricts the water-blocking frame 3 from moving left and right. The bottom of the connecting column 41 is also provided with a second through hole 412. The second through hole 412 and the first through hole 411 intersect in the middle. The first through hole 411 and the second through hole 412 are located on adjacent sides of the connecting column 41. The second through hole 412 is perpendicular to the first through hole 411.

[0029] The first crossbar 42 is provided with a connecting hole 421. When the first crossbar 42 is inserted into the first through hole 411, the connecting hole 421 can coincide with the second through hole 412. The second crossbar 43 can pass through the connecting hole 421 and the second through hole 412. Adjacent second crossbars 43 are connected by sleeves 431. Both ends of the second crossbar 43 are provided with threads, and the sleeves 431 can be screwed into the threads, thereby extending the length of the second crossbars 43 and connecting the left and right adjacent water-blocking frames 3 into a whole.

[0030] The planting box 5 has extension plates at both ends, which are attached to the top of the water-retaining frame 3 and connected to the water-retaining frame 3 with screws. The bottom of the planting box 5 is suspended, allowing fish to enter the water-retaining frame 3. Soil is placed in the planting box 5, and aquatic plants are planted in the soil. When the fish swim above the planting box 5, their waste also provides nutrients for the plants in the planting box 5, realizing an ecosystem of fish and plants on the embankment, which not only retains water but also protects the ecological environment. The side wall of the planting box 5 has a fish passage hole 51, through which small fish can enter the planting box 5 from the side.

[0031] At normal water levels, the water surface is located at the upper gentle slope 6, allowing visitors to touch the water and play on the ecological steps 7. The lowest point of the ecological steps 7 is located below the water-retaining frame 3 at the highest point, thus separating the upper gentle slope 6 from the lower steep slope. The water-retaining frame 3 prevents people from suddenly slipping. A gravel layer 71 is provided between the upper gentle slope 6 and the ecological steps 7. The gravel layer 71 is responsible for drainage and also contains silt. Several planting holes 72 are provided on the ecological steps 7, and plants are placed in the planting holes 72 to beautify the ecological walkway.

[0032] The walking trail 8 is equipped with railings 81, and the railings 81 are equipped with opening and closing doors 82. When the opening and closing doors 82 are closed, they can prevent people from entering. When it is safe to do so, the opening and closing doors 82 can be opened to enter the ecological staircase 7.

[0033] This structure uses water-retaining frames 3 to block the impact of water flow, separates steep slopes from gentle slopes, and allows for the planting of vegetation on the embankment and the coexistence of fish and plants within the water-retaining frames 3. This achieves the effect of water retention and slope protection while also ensuring the normal development of the ecological environment.

[0034] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An ecological embankment protection structure, characterized in that, include: A lower steep slope (1) is provided at the bottom, and a step block (2) is provided on the lower steep slope (1); A water-blocking frame (3) is provided on the stepped block (2); The water-blocking frames (3) are connected to each other by a connecting component (4); A planting box (5) is provided in the water-blocking frame (3), and there is a gap between the planting box (5) and the bottom and side wall of the water-blocking frame (3); An upper gentle slope (6) is provided above the lower steep slope (1); An ecological terrace (7) is provided at the top of the upper gentle slope (6); and A walking trail (8) is located above the upper gentle slope (6).

2. The ecological embankment structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stepped block (2) includes a contact surface (21) and a transition groove (22). The contact surface (21) is located above the transition groove (22), and the bottom of the water-blocking frame (3) is connected to the contact surface (21).

3. The ecological embankment structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom and rear wall of the water-blocking frame (3) are plate-shaped structures. The front end, left and right ends and top of the water-blocking frame (3) are provided with openings, and the side walls of the water-blocking frames (3) on the left and right sides are attached to each other.

4. The ecological embankment structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: A positioning bolt (23) is pre-embedded on the contact surface (21). The positioning bolt (23) penetrates the bottom of the water-blocking frame (3). A positioning nut (24) is screwed onto the positioning bolt (23). The positioning nut (24) is in contact with the bottom top surface of the water-blocking frame (3).

5. The ecological embankment structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The connecting component (4) includes a connecting post (41), a first crossbar (42) and a second crossbar (43). The connecting post (41) passes through the water-blocking frame (3), the first crossbar (42) passes through the connecting posts (41) adjacent to each other vertically, and the second crossbar (43) passes through the connecting posts (41) adjacent to each other horizontally.

6. The ecological embankment structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The connecting post (41) is provided with a first through hole (411) at both the top and bottom. The first crossbar (42) passes through the first through hole (411). The bottom of the connecting post (41) is also provided with a second through hole (412), which is perpendicular to the first through hole (411).

7. An ecological embankment structure according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first crossbar (42) is provided with a connecting hole (421), which can coincide with the second through hole (412). The second crossbar (43) can pass through the connecting hole (421) and the second through hole (412). Adjacent second crossbars (43) are connected by a sleeve (431).

8. An ecological embankment structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The planting box (5) has extension plates at both ends. The extension plates are attached to the top of the water-blocking frame (3). The extension plates are connected to the water-blocking frame (3) by screws. The side wall of the planting box (5) has a fish passage hole (51).

9. An ecological embankment structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: A gravel layer (71) is provided between the upper gentle slope (6) and the ecological terrace (7), and a number of planting holes (72) are provided on the ecological terrace (7).

10. An ecological embankment structure according to claim 9, characterized in that: The walkway (8) is equipped with railings (81), and the railings (81) are equipped with doors (82).