Estudio geotécnico in Castelló de Rugat

In Castello de Rugat, the predominant subsoil is formed by limestones, dolomites and marbles, which provides good load-bearing performance for shallow foundations, provided that adequate characterisation of the rock mass is carried out. Although in smaller proportions there are fine sands and silts, as well as gypsums and salts, the dominant presence of rock materials favours stability, whereas localised areas with gypsum require a specific assessment due to the risk of dissolution. The very low overall permeability limits infiltration and may condition the presence of a shallow water table in specific locations.

Seismicity in the municipality is very low, with only 3 recorded events over 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 2.6, so it does not represent a constraint for geotechnical design or for the structure. However, the existence of karstic developments in the subsoil requires rigorous verification prior to foundation works to rule out voids or unstable zones. The absence of clayey soils eliminates the risk of expansiveness at the site, with the main geotechnical factor to be controlled being the possible presence of karst and dissolution in gypsums during the study and construction phases.