Abstract:Water gushing is a major geological problem in tunneling practice,which will cause hidden trouble during construction. Therefore,water gushing prediction in dangerous zone is a useful measure for safety guarantee. The basic principles of model HY-303 infrared acquisition meter and application prospect in water gushing prediction in Yuanliangshan tunnel are described. The application results in Yuanliangshan tunnel entrance show that infrared acquisition meter is feasible in water gushing prediction in water-bearing strata,and of a good application future in tunneling in complex geological conditions.