Estudio geotécnico in Vila-rodona

In Vila-rodona, soils are mainly composed of fine sands, silts, gravels and compact sands, which generally provides a good bearing capacity for conventional foundations. In addition, the presence of sandstones, conglomerates and flysch also favours the stability of shallow and deep foundations. It is important to note the occasional occurrence of gypsum, anhydrite and salts, which may entail risks of dissolution and local collapses; it is therefore recommended to carry out a specific geotechnical study in areas where these materials are identified before defining the appropriate foundation type.

Seismicity in Vila-rodona is very low, with only 3 recorded events over 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 1.7, which scarcely represents a constraint for structural design. The predominant subsoil is not clayey, so the risk of expansiveness in the soils of the area is ruled out. In conclusion, the most relevant factor to consider in the geotechnical works in Vila-rodona is the possible local presence of soluble materials such as gypsum and salts, meaning it is necessary to check their influence on the stability of the designed foundations.