Estudio geotécnico in Santpedor

In Santpedor, sandstone, conglomerates and flysch formations predominate, characterised by their compactness and mechanical stability. These lithologies, present very frequently, generally provide an adequate bearing capacity for most types of shallow foundations, although the local presence of more altered strata may require adjustment in depth or foundation type. The low or negligible permeability of these materials limits infiltration, which benefits the stability of the ground against unexpected rises in the groundwater table.

Seismic activity recorded in Santpedor is very low, with only 5 events over 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 1.6, which implies that seismic risk is negligible for structural design. The analysis of the subsoil rules out the presence of expansive clayey soils, eliminating risks associated with volumetric changes. Likewise, there are no signs of karst processes in the area, so the fundamental constraint for the geotechnical study will be the accurate characterisation of the strength and continuity of the detrital materials at depth.