So, just so I understand, you don't have the upside sown "u" shaped contraption, but rather a hole on the top of the flow pipe, on the water side.

That "u" shaped thing worried me a little, seems like it would be an eyesore as well, but I suppose it would allow for a complete burial of the flow pipe, and the over flow stage could be somewhat regulated by the height of the open end... I think I like the hole idea better.

Thanks again for all of your help & pics!