Estudio geotécnico in Casarrubuelos

In Casarrubuelos, limestone, dolomite and marble substrates predominate, together with a notable presence of sandstone, conglomerates and flysch. In general, these materials provide good bearing capacity and stability conditions for shallow foundations, although where there is a localised presence of compact gravel and sand, local permeability increases. The presence of aquifers of moderately discontinuous character may require groundwater-level analysis for deep interventions, but it does not constitute a severe constraint for shallow foundation in most cases.

With regard to seismicity, Casarrubuelos shows very low seismic activity, with a maximum of five events in the last 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 3, so the seismic influence on structural design is minimal. As for expansive potential, the existence of expansive clays is subordinate and confined to very localised points, normally in climatic environments that do not favour their activity. The main technical factor to consider in the geotechnical study of Casarrubuelos will be related primarily to lithological variability and control of local permeability, rather than to seismic or expansive risks.