Estudio geotécnico in Vallehermoso

In Vallehermoso, sandstone, conglomerates and flysch predominate as the geotechnical substrate, which implies excellent bearing capacity and stable behaviour under typical structural loads. These materials, with low compressibility and good consolidation, are suitable for shallow foundations. The limited presence of overconsolidated clays and marls, although sporadic, does not represent a relevant constraint in most of the municipality. The average permeability, associated with the type of aquifers, guarantees adequate disposal of foundation waters, although a specific study of saturation is recommended for particular areas.

Seismicity in Vallehermoso is moderate, with 11 recorded events over 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 2.2, which represents a very low seismic risk for buildings. There is no risk of karst or problems associated with the presence of gypsum, salts, muds or peats. Risks linked to expansivity are also not apparent, as the dominant substrate is not clayey. The main constraint for the geotechnical study will be the characterisation and continuity of the prevailing detrital materials in order to ensure safe foundation design.