Estudio geotécnico in Torrox

In Torrox, the substrate is predominantly slates and schists, which gives the area a firm bedrock foundation, generally of low permeability. These materials provide adequate bearing capacity for the construction of shallow and deep foundations, although it is essential to study the local presence of surface aquifers that may influence the stability of excavations and the management of groundwater.

Seismic activity in the municipality is very low, with hardly any 5 events recorded in the last 30 years and a low maximum magnitude (Mmax 2.5), so seismic risk is scarce in geotechnical design. In addition, since the substrate is not clayey, expansivity risk is ruled out. The main limiting factor in preparing the geotechnical study is ensuring the correct hydrogeotechnical characterisation, given the impermeable nature of the predominant materials and the possible existence of local aquifers.