Estudio geotécnico in Fuenlabrada

In Fuenlabrada, the geological substrate is made up largely of sandstones, conglomerates and flysch, which accounts for almost three quarters of the ground. In general, these materials exhibit good characteristics for bearing capacity, allowing direct foundations in most cases. In addition, the occasional presence of limestones, dolomites, marbles and deposits of compacted gravel and sand facilitates conventional foundation solutions, although local variations in compaction may arise and it is advisable to assess these by means of a specific geotechnical study.

Seismicity in Fuenlabrada is very low, with only one recorded event every 30 years and an estimated maximum magnitude of 3.4, so the seismic hazard is minimal and does not condition the usual structural design. There is no risk of karstification in the area, and the presence of expansive clays is only secondary or restricted to zones without an anhydrous deficit, so the danger associated with volumetric ground movements is limited. The main geotechnical constraint will be local variations in microzones with a higher proportion of clayey materials or local groundwater levels.