Estudio geotécnico in Órgiva

In Órgiva, the subsoil is dominated by slates and schists, metamorphic formations of high hardness and low deformability. This type of material generally provides a high bearing capacity, which favours the design of shallow and deep foundations, except in areas that are altered or fractured. Due to their low permeability, these formations retain little water, although small shallow aquifers may occur with localised accumulation, which requires careful assessment to avoid moisture problems or insufficient drainage in construction projects.

Seismicity in the municipality is very low, with low seismic activity and a maximum magnitude that is limited, which normally does not represent an important constraint for structural design. Nevertheless, special attention should be paid to the possible presence of karstification in the ground, since the existence of voids or underground cavities associated with karst processes could notably affect the stability of the foundations. The fact that the substrate is not clayey rules out risks of expansivity. The main constraint to verify before founding is the presence of karst and local alteration of the materials.