Estudio geotécnico in Guadix

In Guadix, the predominant substrate is composed of slates and schists, low-permeability materials that make up more than half of the ground. These materials impart high stability to the ground, typically providing good bearing capacity, although analysis of local fracturing is essential. In addition, the localised presence of limestones, dolomites and marbles, as well as layers of compacted gravels and sands, can provide suitable strata for shallow foundations, whereas fine sands and silts require more specific assessment to avoid differential settlement problems.

The recorded seismicity in the municipality is moderate, with 23 events in the last 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 3.5, which suggests low seismic requirements for structures. However, special attention must be paid to the possible development of karst cavities in the limestone and dolomite layers, since the risk arising from the presence of karst may significantly affect the stability of foundations. As the risk of expansivity decreases because it is a non-clayey substrate, technical attention is focused on verifying karst voids as the main geotechnical constraint for new buildings.