Abstract: A wave-and-tide-pump apparatus and method to provide a continuous flow of water from a large body of water to a small body of water, whereby the wave-and-tidal action of the first larger body of water is funneled into the second smaller body of water by means of a pump which is connected therebetween, the pump apparatus comprising an inlet mouth having a freely pivoted, flap-gate member that opens in the direction of the wave flow or incoming tide, thus allowing water to flow into a receiving reservoir and then pass through a conduit or tunnel which is connected to the second body of water, the water entering at a point opposite the natural inlet/outlet of the second body of water, thereby providing a continuous flow of water through the second body of water and establishing a flushing action.

Abstract: A wave-pump apparatus to provide a continuous flow of water from the waves generated along coastal waterways and the like wherein the waves therefrom are funneled into the mouth of the apparatus which is provided with a freely pivoted, flap-valve gate that opens in the direction of the wave flow, allowing water to accumulate within the throat portion thereof, the throat portion having a communicating pressure chamber connected thereto and an outlet conduit position at the terminating end of the throat portion. The outlet conduit is vertically disposed at right angles to the throat portion whereby the force of each succeeding wave, together with the pressurized chamber, causes a continuous flow of water through the conduit to a predetermined destination.