Estudio geotécnico in Rueda

In the municipality of Rueda, sandstones, conglomerates and flysch predominate as substrates, accompanied by significant outcrops of gravel and compacted sands. This lithological composition indicates soils with good bearing-capacity conditions, which makes it possible to consider shallow foundations in most cases. Shales and schists appear occasionally, but they do not usually significantly alter the overall behaviour of the subsoil. It should be noted that there are extensive and very permeable aquifers, which favours the proper drainage of groundwater and reduces risks associated with hydrostatic pressure on foundations.

Seismic activity in Rueda is high in terms of the number of events, exceeding 150 over 30 years, with a maximum value (Mmax) of 4.7; therefore, seismicity must be taken into account in geotechnical studies and in structural design of buildings. The presence of expansive clays is only secondary and is usually found in areas without any significant water deficit, which reduces the impact of expansivity on foundations. Thus, seismicity is the main geotechnical constraint to consider in Rueda for the suitability of building projects.