Estudio geotécnico in Beniparrell

In Beniparrell, soils of fine sands and silts predominate, followed by a significant proportion of white or soft expansive clays, as well as compact gravels and sands. This varied subsoil implies notable differences in bearing capacity: while gravels and compact sands provide good conditions for shallow foundations, the presence of white/soft expansive clays requires careful analysis of compaction and the possibility of differential movements, especially in areas subject to changes in moisture.

The seismic activity of the area can be classified as moderate, with 27 events over 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 3.4, indicating that seismicity does not constitute a relevant structural constraint for design. On the other hand, although expansive clays are present, their subordinate location and the local climate considerably reduce the risk associated with their presence. Therefore, the main constraint for the geotechnical study will be the correct identification and characterisation of the expansive clay levels, with particular attention to their distribution and local properties.