Estudio geotécnico in Camarma de Esteruelas

In Camarma de Esteruelas, geological formations predominate that are composed mainly of sandstones, conglomerates and flysch, representing more than 60% of the soils observed in the municipality. In addition, shales and schists are also present in significant quantities, together with an occasional occurrence of limestones and dolomites. These materials, which are lithified in nature and generally compact, provide good conditions for bearing capacity, enabling direct foundations provided that they are homogeneous and free of surface alterations. The excellent permeability of the local aquifers facilitates the natural drainage of the ground, which favours stability in building works when there are no shallow groundwater levels that could cause localised problems.

As regards seismicity, Camarma de Esteruelas exhibits very low seismic activity, with only 5 events in the last three decades and a maximum recorded magnitude of 3, which minimises its importance as a structural constraint. The risk of expansivity is low, since only expansive clays exist in subordinate locations or in areas where the climate does not favour critical phenomena. Consequently, the predominant factors to study are the characterisation of the stratigraphic profile and the verification of the groundwater level, as their influence may prove decisive in selecting the foundation type and depth.