Estudio geotécnico in Mora de Rubielos

In Mora de Rubielos, sandstones, conglomerates and flysch predominate, accompanied to a lesser extent by limestones, dolomites and marbles. These materials constitute a mostly competent and stable substrate for foundations, where the low near-surface permeability may require checks on drainage, although the presence of deeper aquifers usually does not affect shallow foundations. The bearing capacity is generally sufficient except in specific cases, enabling options for shallow foundations, provided that the possible existence of voids or cavities in the limestones and dolomites is verified.

Seismicity in the area is very low, with few recorded events and a low maximum magnitude, so it barely influences structural design. However, since karstification is present in the carbonate materials found here, it is essential to carry out an appropriate investigation campaign to rule out the presence of underground cavities before founding. The non-clayey substrate also removes the risk of expansivity, identifying karst as the main geotechnical conditioning factor in this municipality.