Estudio geotécnico in Rafelbunyol

In Rafelbunyol, the subsoil is dominated by fine sands and silts, present in more than half of the municipality, accompanied by compact gravels and sands which are also common. These materials, with a medium to fine grain size distribution, indicate good drainage capacity and, in general terms, allow adequate bearing capacity for construction, particularly in areas where compact gravels predominate. The occasional presence of limestones and dolomites introduces certain sectors with more competent characteristics for foundation design, although the high proportion of loose materials requires a specific assessment of the groundwater level and the possible consolidation.

Seismic activity in Rafelbunyol is of a moderate type, as 27 events have been recorded in the last 30 years, all with low magnitude (Mmax 3.4), meaning that the seismic risk in terms of structural design is relatively low. However, special attention should be paid to the possible presence of karstic phenomena due to the existence, albeit occasional, of limestones and dolomites; it is essential to verify the absence of underground cavities before designing deep foundations. In addition, the fact that the subsoil is not clayey rules out the issues associated with expansive soils, placing the karst verification as the most relevant geotechnical condition in the municipality.