Estudio geotécnico in Higuera la Real

In Higuera la Real, soils formed by slate and schist predominate by a wide margin, accounting for more than 80% of the surface materials. These metamorphic materials typically exhibit an adequate but variable bearing capacity, depending on their degree of fracturing and weathering, which makes it necessary to study their local consistency in any geotechnical study of the area. The occasional presence of deltaic muds and peats means that these zones must be ruled out for establishing the foundation base, given their low strength and high compressibility. Where granite, gneiss or other igneous rocks crop out, they can be considered an excellent foundation support for shallow or deep foundations.

The seismic analysis indicates very limited activity, with only a low-magnitude event recorded in recent decades, so seismic risk is not a relevant factor in structural design. No risks associated with karstification or with expansive processes are detected, since the non-clayey substrate removes the possibility of heave. Overall, the most significant geotechnical aspect is the need to delimit the exact extent of the muds and peats in order to ensure development sites on competent materials.