A diversion device and drainage system for dam seepage holes

By introducing a detachable top cover connector and a drain pipe into the flow guiding device to form a one-way flow guiding and sealing structure, the problem of the existing flow guiding device being difficult to quickly observe the internal situation is solved, realizing efficient monitoring and maintenance, and convenient inspection and maintenance process.

CN224678637UActive Publication Date: 2026-08-25THREE GORGES INTELLIGENT ENG CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202522172241.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-10-14
Publication Date
2026-08-25
Estimated Expiration
2035-10-14

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Technical Problem

Existing diversion devices are difficult to quickly observe the internal conditions, resulting in low monitoring and maintenance efficiency.

Method used

A flow guiding device was designed, comprising a flow guiding pipe, a hollow connector, and a drain pipe. The connector has a detachable top cover that forms a quick-opening and closing observation window, creating a one-way flow guiding and sealing structure that allows for inspection of the internal condition without disassembling the pipe.

Benefits of technology

This significantly improves the convenience and efficiency of monitoring and maintenance, ensures smooth outflow of seepage water, and extends the service life and stability of the device.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an embodiment provides a kind of diversion device and drainage system for dam seepage hole, it is related to dam seepage drainage device technical field, the diversion device includes diversion pipe, hollow connecting piece and drain pipe, diversion pipe is used to communicate with seepage hole;Connecting piece includes connecting piece body and top cover, connecting piece body is located on diversion pipe, and top cover is detachably connected with connecting piece body;Drain pipe is connected in the side wall of connecting piece and with ground less than ninety degrees angle, drain pipe is communicated with connecting piece.In the utility model embodiment, hollow connecting piece and drain pipe cooperate to form one-way diversion sealing structure, while ensuring effective guidance seepage water along drain pipe smoothly flows out, detachable top cover directly constitutes a quick opening and closing observation and operation window, without disassembling pipeline, directly visual inspection inside connecting piece silt, blockage or water flow abnormal condition, to greatly improve the convenience and efficiency of monitoring and maintenance work.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of dam seepage drainage devices, and in particular to a flow guiding device and drainage system for dam seepage holes. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of hydropower, the structures used for hydropower dams can be categorized into gravity dams, arch dams, and earth-rock dams, based on a comprehensive consideration of factors such as topography, geological conditions, and hydraulic conditions. Earth-rock dams offer advantages such as low cost, simple construction, and readily available materials; however, compared to other dam structures, their impermeability and durability are relatively poor. In earth-rock dams, the seepage pressure effect caused by the difference in water levels between upstream and downstream inevitably causes water to flow through the dam body, foundation, and riverbed areas on both sides, resulting in seepage downstream. This process can easily induce various seepage hazards in the main dam structure and surrounding reservoir bank slopes, including but not limited to localized piping and soil erosion, thus threatening the overall structural integrity and operational stability of the dam.

[0003] To promptly drain seepage water from the dam body, seepage holes and diversion devices are typically installed inside the dam body. However, existing diversion devices for seepage holes usually consist of pre-embedded diversion pipes and fixed drainage pipes, forming a closed flow channel. Maintenance personnel find it difficult to directly and quickly observe the actual internal conditions, and often need to disassemble parts of the pipeline during maintenance, which is cumbersome and results in low maintenance efficiency and reliability. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides a flow guiding device and drainage system for seepage holes in dams, to solve the technical problems of existing flow guiding devices in related technologies being inconvenient to observe the actual internal conditions and having low monitoring and maintenance efficiency.

[0005] In a first aspect, embodiments of the present invention provide a flow guiding device for seepage holes in dams, comprising: A guide tube, which is used to communicate with a seepage hole; A hollow connector, comprising a connector body and a top cover, wherein the connector body is disposed on the guide tube and the top cover is detachably connected to the connector body; A drain pipe is provided on the side wall of the connector and communicates with the connector.

[0006] In some embodiments, the connector body is threadedly connected to the top cover.

[0007] In some embodiments, the guide tube is a retractable structure.

[0008] In some embodiments, the retractable structure is a sleeve-type retractable structure.

[0009] In some embodiments, the inner wall of the flow guide is coated with an anti-corrosion coating.

[0010] In some embodiments, the connector is made of a thermoplastic material.

[0011] In some embodiments, the connector and the guide tube are detachably connected.

[0012] In some embodiments, a sealing ring is provided at the connection between the drain pipe and the connector.

[0013] In some embodiments, the sealing ring is made of rubber.

[0014] Secondly, the present invention also provides a drainage system for a dam seepage hole, the drainage system including the aforementioned flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the technical solution provided by this utility model include: This utility model provides a flow guiding device and drainage system for seepage holes in dams. The flow guiding device includes a flow guiding pipe, a hollow connector, and a drainage pipe. The flow guiding pipe communicates with the seepage hole. The connector includes a connector body and a top cover. The connector body is mounted on the flow guiding pipe, and the top cover is detachably connected to the connector body. The drainage pipe is located on the side wall of the connector and communicates with it. In this utility model embodiment, the hollow connector and the drainage pipe cooperate to form a unidirectional flow guiding and sealing structure. While ensuring effective guidance of seepage water to flow smoothly along the drainage pipe, the detachable top cover directly constitutes a quickly openable and closable observation and operation window. This allows for direct visual inspection of the internal siltation, blockage, or abnormal water flow conditions of the connector without disassembling the pipe, thereby greatly improving the convenience and efficiency of monitoring and maintenance work. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole provided in an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 2 Another schematic diagram of a flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole provided in an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 3A schematic diagram of a top cover for a dam seepage hole provided for an embodiment of this utility model; Figure label: 1. Drainage tube; 2. Connector; 21. Connector body; 22. Top cover; 3. Drainage pipe; 4. Drainage trough; 5. Sealing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0019] This utility model provides a flow guiding device and drainage system for seepage holes in dams, which can solve the technical problems of existing flow guiding devices in related technologies, which are not convenient for observing the actual internal conditions and have low monitoring and maintenance efficiency.

[0020] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown in the figure, this utility model provides a flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole. The flow guiding device includes a flow guiding pipe 1, a hollow connector 2, and a drainage pipe 3. The flow guiding pipe 1 is used to communicate with the seepage hole. The connector 2 includes a connector body 21 and a top cover 22. The connector body 21 is disposed on the flow guiding pipe 1, and the top cover 22 is detachably connected to the connector body 21. The drainage pipe 3 is disposed on the side wall of the connector 2 and communicates with the connector 2. In this utility model embodiment, the hollow connector 2 and the drainage pipe 3 cooperate to form a unidirectional flow guiding and sealing structure. While ensuring effective guidance of seepage water to flow smoothly out along the drainage pipe 3, the detachable top cover 22 directly constitutes a quickly openable and closeable observation and operation window. Without disassembling the pipe, the internal siltation, blockage, or abnormal water flow of the connector 2 can be directly visually inspected, thereby greatly improving the convenience and efficiency of monitoring and maintenance work.

[0021] This utility model provides a flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole. The flow guiding device includes a flow guiding pipe, a hollow connector, and a drainage pipe. The flow guiding pipe is used to communicate with the seepage hole. The connector includes a connector body and a top cover. The connector body is disposed on the flow guiding pipe, and the top cover is detachably connected to the connector body. The drainage pipe is disposed on the side wall of the connector and communicates with the connector. In this utility model embodiment, the hollow connector and the drainage pipe cooperate to form a unidirectional flow guiding and sealing structure. While ensuring effective guidance of seepage water to flow smoothly out of the drainage channel 4 along the drainage pipe, the detachable top cover directly constitutes a quickly openable and closable observation and operation window. This allows for direct visual inspection of the internal siltation, blockage, or abnormal water flow conditions of the connector without disassembling the pipe, thereby greatly improving the convenience and efficiency of monitoring and maintenance work.

[0022] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the connector body 21 is threadedly connected to the top cover 22. The connector 2 includes a connector body 21 and a top cover 22. The connector body 21 is mounted on the guide pipe 1. The top of the connector body 21 has an external thread structure, and the inner side of the top cover 22 has an internal thread structure that mates with the external thread structure. The top cover 22 is threadedly connected to the external thread structure of the connector body 21 through the internal thread structure. In this embodiment of the invention, the connector body 21 and the top cover 22 are threadedly connected, enabling quick disassembly and installation of the top cover 22. This facilitates direct opening during maintenance to check for blockages in the seepage holes, significantly improving the reliability and ease of maintenance of the guide device. This ensures the long-term stable operation and efficient seepage discharge capability of the guide device in the dam seepage environment. Furthermore, the diameter of the connector is larger than the diameter of the guide pipe to facilitate observation of the inside of the guide pipe.

[0023] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, the guide pipe 1 is a telescopic structure. In this embodiment, the guide pipe 1 adopts a telescopic structure, which can flexibly adjust its length according to the actual depth of the seepage hole, effectively adapting to the burial conditions of different dam seepage holes, simplifying the installation process and avoiding installation difficulties caused by depth mismatch, while ensuring the continuity and reliability of seepage drainage, significantly improving the versatility, installation efficiency and long-term operational stability of the guide device.

[0024] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, the telescopic structure is a sleeve-type telescopic structure. In this embodiment, the sleeve-type telescopic structure includes an inner sleeve and an outer sleeve, which are slidably nested together, realizing flexible adjustment of the length of the guide pipe 1. This effectively adapts to the burial conditions of the seepage holes at different depths, avoids the installation and adaptation problems of the traditional fixed-length guide pipe 1, and offers high installation convenience, strong versatility, and structural stability.

[0025] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the invention, the inner wall of the guide pipe 1 is coated with an anti-corrosion coating. In this embodiment of the invention, by coating the inner wall of the guide pipe 1 with an anti-corrosion coating, the chemical and electrochemical corrosion of the pipe wall by seepage water is effectively isolated, significantly extending the service life of the guide pipe and reducing maintenance costs and safety risks caused by pipe corrosion and damage.

[0026] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the invention, the connector 2 is made of a hot-melt material. In this embodiment, the connector 2, being made of a hot-melt material, possesses beneficial properties such as resistance to soil corrosion and UV aging. The hot-melt material connector 2 effectively adapts to the long-term burial requirements of dam seepage environments, significantly extending the service life of the diversion device. Simultaneously, the stability and flexibility of the hot-melt material ensure reliable sealing of the connector 2 under complex geological conditions, avoiding the risk of leakage due to environmental corrosion or aging, thereby improving the long-term stability and ease of maintenance of the diversion device.

[0027] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the invention, the connector 2 and the guide pipe 1 are detachably connected. In this embodiment, the detachable connection design of the connector 2 and the guide pipe 1 significantly simplifies the installation and disassembly process of the guide device. It allows for quick and easy disassembly when the seepage hole is blocked or maintenance operations such as descaling of the guide device are required, eliminating the need for complete replacement and greatly improving maintenance efficiency. Furthermore, it supports independent replacement of individual components and adaptive adjustments, effectively extending the service life of the guide device.

[0028] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 1 As shown, a sealing ring 5 is provided at the connection between the drain pipe 3 and the connector 2. In this embodiment of the invention, the sealing ring 5 at the connection between the drain pipe 3 and the connector 2 effectively prevents water leakage from the connection, ensuring the continuity and reliability of water outflow. The elastic properties of the sealing ring 5 adapt to the slight angle changes during rotational connection, improving the stability and reliability of the flow guiding device.

[0029] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the invention, the sealing ring 5 is made of rubber. In this embodiment, the high elasticity and deformability of rubber achieve excellent sealing performance, effectively preventing water leakage.

[0030] This utility model embodiment also provides a drainage system for a dam seepage hole. The drainage system includes the aforementioned flow guiding device, which includes a flow guiding pipe 1, a hollow connector 2, and a drainage pipe 3. The flow guiding pipe 1 is used to communicate with the seepage hole. The connector 2 includes a connector body 21 and a top cover 22. The connector body 21 is disposed on the flow guiding pipe 1, and the top cover 22 is detachably connected to the connector body 21. The drainage pipe 3 is disposed on the side wall of the connector 2 and communicates with the connector 2. In this utility model embodiment, the hollow connector 2 and the drainage pipe 3 cooperate to form a unidirectional flow guiding and sealing structure. While ensuring effective guidance of seepage water to flow smoothly out along the drainage pipe 3, the detachable top cover 22 directly constitutes a quickly openable and closable observation and operation window. Without disassembling the pipe, the internal siltation, blockage, or abnormal water flow of the connector 2 can be directly visually inspected, thereby greatly improving the convenience and efficiency of monitoring and maintenance work.

[0031] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the connector body 21 is threadedly connected to the top cover 22. The connector 2 includes a connector body 21 and a top cover 22. The connector body 21 is mounted on the guide pipe 1. The top of the connector body 21 has an external thread structure, and the inner side of the top cover 22 has an internal thread structure that mates with the external thread structure. The top cover 22 is threadedly connected to the external thread structure of the connector body 21 through the internal thread structure. In this embodiment of the invention, the connector body 21 and the top cover 22 are threadedly connected, enabling quick disassembly and installation of the top cover 22. This facilitates direct opening during maintenance to check for blockages in the seepage holes, significantly improving the reliability and ease of maintenance of the guide device, and ensuring long-term stable operation and efficient seepage discharge capability of the guide device in the dam seepage environment.

[0032] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal connection of two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0033] It should be noted that in this invention, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0034] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features of the present invention.

Claims

1. A flow guiding device for seepage holes in dams, characterized in that, include: A guide pipe (1) is used to communicate with a seepage hole; A hollow connector (2) includes a connector body (21) and a top cover (22). The connector body (21) is disposed on the guide pipe (1), and the top cover (22) is detachably connected to the connector body (21). Drainage pipe (3), the drainage pipe (3) is located on the side wall of the connector (2) and communicates with the connector (2).

2. A flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector body (21) is threadedly connected to the top cover (22).

3. A flow guiding device for seepage holes in a dam according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide tube (1) is a retractable structure.

4. A flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole according to claim 3, characterized in that: The retractable structure is a sleeve-type retractable structure.

5. A flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the guide tube (1) is coated with an anti-corrosion coating.

6. A flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector (2) is made of a hot-melt material.

7. A flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector (2) is detachably connected to the guide pipe (1).

8. A flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sealing ring (5) is provided at the connection between the drain pipe (3) and the connector (2).

9. A flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole according to claim 8, characterized in that: The sealing ring (5) is made of rubber.

10. A drainage system for seepage holes in a dam, characterized in that, Includes a flow guiding device for a dam seepage hole as described in any one of claims 1-9.