Estudio geotécnico in Valverde de Júcar

In Valverde de Júcar, the most recurrent substratum is composed of sandstones, conglomerates and flysch, accompanied by a significant proportion of gypsum, anhydrite and salts. These materials predominate over others such as limestones and dolomites, while bodies of water occur only occasionally. The dominant soils typically exhibit low near-surface permeability, although they may host aquifers at depth. This geological context affects both the bearing capacity and the design of the foundations; in addition, gypsum and salts introduce potential risks of dissolution that must be assessed in detail before carrying out the structural support.

Seismic activity in this municipality is very low, with only one event in the last thirty years and a maximum magnitude of 2, which minimises the need for specific considerations regarding seismic risk in the geotechnical design. On the other hand, the substratum is not clayey, which makes it possible to rule out risks associated with expansivity. In this setting, the most relevant aspect for the geotechnical study will be the behaviour of the gypsum and salts, as well as a careful assessment of the possible presence of deep aquifers and the stability of the prevailing detrital formations.