Estudio geotécnico in Adamuz

In Adamuz, the ground is dominated by the presence of slates and schists, accompanied to a lesser extent by granite, gneiss and other igneous rocks. These materials generally exhibit good bearing capacity and their compact nature often allows for conventional direct foundations, provided that the degree of alteration permits it. Sandstones, conglomerates and flysch, together with limestones and fine detrital material, occur only in specific locations and rarely condition the decision on the type of foundation, although they should be taken into account in detailed geotechnical studies due to the possible local variability.

Regional seismicity is moderate, with 37 recorded events in the last 30 years and a maximum magnitude value that is low, which reduces the seismic requirements in design. In Adamuz, the possible presence of karst in the calcareous formations means that the existence of cavities or instances of dissolution must be verified before carrying out any foundation, as this is the most relevant geotechnical constraint in the municipality. The substrate contains no expansive clays, removing that potential risk to structural stability.