Estudio geotécnico in Pol

In the municipality of Pol, the predominant substrate is composed of slates and schists, present in more than 90% of the territory, accompanied to a lesser extent by fine sands and silts. These materials, typically compact and with low permeability, provide good bearing-capacity conditions for shallow foundations if they do not show significant fracturing. However, the occasional presence of sandy and silty layers may require a specific assessment to avoid differential settlement problems, although the overall risk is low due to the predominance of stable metamorphic materials.

Seismic activity in Pol is considered moderate, with 14 recorded events over the last 30 years and a maximum magnitude (Mmax) of 2.4, so the seismic influence on structural designs is limited. The non-clayey substrate removes the risk of expansiveness, making it easier to design conventional foundations. It is important to highlight the possible presence of karstification in the area; this must be verified through a thorough geotechnical study before executing any foundation, since it could affect the stability and long-term behaviour of the structures.