Estudio geotécnico in Villanueva de la Jara

In Villanueva de la Jara, the subsoil is dominated primarily by limestones, dolomites and marbles, with frequent occurrences of gypsum, anhydrite and salts. These compact materials usually provide a good bearing capacity for foundations, although their low permeability, together with the possibility of deep aquifers, can influence the ground behaviour under prolonged loads. In areas with gypsum and salts, the risk of dissolution processes must be considered, as this may affect ground stability and the durability of the designed foundations.

Seismic activity in the municipality is very low, with only five recorded events over 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 2.3, which rules out seismicity as a relevant design constraint for structural purposes. However, the potential development of karst in the calcareous ground makes it essential to verify, in advance, any cavities and voids before executing any foundation works, since the risk associated with karst processes constitutes the main geotechnical constraint in Villanueva de la Jara. The subsoil is not clayey, so expansivity can be ruled out as a risk factor.