Estudio geotécnico in Soutomaior

In the municipality of Soutomaior, the predominant geotechnical materials are sandstones, conglomerates and flysch, covering more than 97% of the surface. This substrate, generally competent, exhibits low permeability, although occasionally it allows the presence of shallow aquifers. For building projects, these characteristics usually translate into good bearing capacity and the possibility of shallow foundations, provided that in situ investigations are carried out to verify the homogeneity and compaction of the ground at the point of construction.

Seismicity in Soutomaior is considered moderate, with 30 events in the last 30 years and a recorded maximum magnitude (Mmax) of 3.2, which implies that seismic actions rarely constitute a significant constraint for the design of common structural systems. As there is no karstification or risks associated with clay expansivity, the key factor to consider in geotechnical studies is the possible presence of shallow aquifers and the lithological variability of the flysch, which can influence the hydrogeotechnical behaviour of the subsoil.