Estudio geotécnico in Roman, the

In La Romana, the predominant subsoil is made up of compact gravel and sand, occurring very frequently throughout the municipality. This type of ground is characterised by offering a high bearing capacity, which facilitates the installation of shallow foundations in most cases. The relative impermeability of these formations, although they may give rise to superficial aquifers in certain circumstances, provides additional security against any potential problems arising from the rise of water that could affect the stability of the foundations.

The area shows notable seismicity, with 52 recorded events over the last 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 3.4, so that, although the seismic risk is moderate, it must be taken into account when preparing the geotechnical study and during the structural calculation process. The non-clayey substratum rules out risks due to expansiveness, eliminating one of the common geotechnical issues in other areas. Thus, the main geotechnical constraint in La Romana stems from monitoring the possible presence of superficial groundwater levels associated with the aquifers, particularly during excavation and the foundation phase.