Estudio geotécnico in Banyeres de Mariola

The subsoil of Banyeres de Mariola is composed mainly of limestones, dolomites and marbles, forming a substrate with high bearing capacity and good stability for foundations on rock. Fine sands, silts and the lesser presence of overconsolidated clays and marls also influence the soil’s response to loads and the behaviour of shallow supports, which is why a detailed geotechnical study is necessary to define the most suitable foundation conditions.

The area has moderate seismicity, with a historical maximum of Mmax 3.7 across approximately 10 events over 30 years, so this condition must be taken into account in structural design. In addition, the presence of karst requires verifying its impact before designing foundations, as it may affect the stability of the support and necessitate specific interventions. The absence of risks due to clay expansivity further highlights the importance of an accurate assessment of the substrate in construction projects.