Estudio geotécnico in Benavent de Segrià

In Benavent de Segrià, the ground is dominated by sandstones, conglomerates and flysch. These materials cover more than 66% of the surface and are characterised by their compactness and mechanical strength. These strata generally provide a good bearing capacity for shallow foundations, although the secondary presence of fine sands and silts may require specific studies of bearing capacity and differential settlement. Hard clays and marls, which occur in a smaller proportion, would only occasionally constrain the design, but in most cases it is possible to consider direct foundations at the dominant levels.

Seismicity within the municipality is very low, with only three events detected in the last thirty years and a maximum magnitude of 2.5, meaning that seismic risk is very low and does not represent a relevant constraint for construction. Although expansive clays are present, their subordinate occurrence and limited presence to specific areas significantly reduce the risk of expansivity affecting the foundations. Therefore, the main geotechnical factor to control will be the correct identification of the support materials, particularly in those sectors where sands or silts that are susceptible to changes in moisture predominate.