drain cover

Sewer opening cap

A drain cover is a grate or plate placed over a drain opening to prevent debris, objects, or people from falling in while allowing water to flow through.

Found on streets, sidewalks, and floors, drain covers are typically made of metal or heavy plastic: The drain cover rattled every time a car drove over it.

Related
  • grateFramework of metal bars
  • sewerUnderground drainage pipe
  • manholeCovered underground entry
  • streetPublic urban roadway
  • metalHard conductive solid

grid · storm · water · rain water · runoff · cast iron · holes · pavement · curb · sidewalk · debris · leaves · clog · underground · city street · pipe · catch basin · slotted

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coverage/exposure

drain coverdrain hole

Opening for liquid removal

drain pipe · gutter

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G