Estudio geotécnico in Malagón

In Malagón, the ground is dominated mainly by compact gravels and sands, together with a significant proportion of slate and schists, whereas limestones, dolomites and marbles appear more sporadically. These lithologies generally provide a good bearing capacity for shallow and deep foundations. In addition, the low frequency of expansive clays considerably reduces concern about differential settlements, allowing conventional construction approaches in most development-ready plots.

Seismicity in Malagón is classified as moderate, with a maximum magnitude of 3.3 and 18 events over the last 30 years, which does not significantly increase structural design requirements. It is also relevant to highlight the occasional presence of carbonate lithologies associated with karstification, which requires duly verifying the existence of cavities or underground instabilities before defining the foundation. Thus, the prior assessment of karst risk is established as a key condition for construction feasibility and safety.