Estudio geotécnico in Huéscar

In Huéscar, the subsoil is dominated mainly by formations of limestones, dolomites and marbles, materials with high consistency and excellent mechanical properties for shallow (direct) foundations. The occasional presence of compact gravels and sands provides areas also suitable for support, whereas fine sands, silts and hard clays are less widely distributed and rarely condition the overall bearing capacity. There is a low proportion of gypsum, anhydrite and salts, which may generate dissolution processes; this is an important aspect to consider when laying out the foundation, especially in areas where these facies crop out.

Seismicity in Huéscar is notable, with 82 recorded events over the last 30 years, although of low magnitude (Mmax 3.7), which recommends incorporating certain basic seismic criteria into the structural design. It is essential to assess the presence of karst processes, given the predominant carbonate materials, as there may be voids or cavities that must be verified rigorously through geotechnical investigations before proceeding with the foundation. The absence of clayey subsoil rules out expansivity risks, so the main constraint for the geotechnical study in Huéscar focuses on characterising karstification and the spot location of gypsum and soluble salts.