Estudio geotécnico in Saldaña

In Saldaña, the soil profile is characterised mainly by compacted gravels and sands, which provides a solid foundation with good bearing capacity, suitable for shallow strip or pad footings and with low propensity for differential settlement. The secondary presence of sandstones, conglomerates and flysch strengthens overall stability, while the occasional areas of fine sands and silts may require design adjustment due to their lower compactness. Although there are small proportions of expansive white and soft clays, their distribution is limited, minimising their influence in most projects.

Seismic activity in Saldaña is considered notable, with 57 events over 30 years, although the maximum magnitude observed is 4, below the critical threshold. There is no risk of karstification, and the scant presence of expansive clays means that expansivity is not a relevant conditioning factor under the current climatic conditions. The main area of concern in the region is the presence of extensive and highly permeable aquifers, which makes it necessary to check the interaction with groundwater when designing foundations.