Estudio geotécnico in Improved

In Mejorada, the subsurface is dominated by granite, gneiss and other igneous rocks, which make up more than 80% of the ground. These materials, in addition to their low permeability, provide excellent resistance conditions and a high bearing capacity, making them ideal for shallow foundations and less susceptible to deformation. To a lesser extent, compacted gravels and sands appear, which also offer favourable behaviour, although they require checks regarding their densification. The presence of limestones and dolomites is rare, and their influence on the overall bearing capacity is limited.

The municipality has high seismicity, recording more than 200 events over 30 years and reaching a maximum magnitude of 5.1, which means this action must be considered in the calculation and structural design of any building. The substrate, which is not clayey, rules out the risk of expansivity, providing greater safety against swelling or shrinkage problems. The main conditioning factor in Mejorada lies in the high level of seismicity, so adapting foundations to the current seismic code is a priority.