Estudio geotécnico in Villanueva del Río Segura

In Villanueva del Río Segura, the predominant geological substrate is represented by limestones, dolomites and marbles, with a significant presence of compact gravels and sands, as well as certain levels of sandstones and conglomerates. These materials, generally competent and with high bearing capacity, are favourable for the foundation of buildings, although the occasional presence of clays and hard marls may require specific attention. The low permeability of the formations means that groundwater levels are usually not problematic, although shallow aquifers may occur in certain sectors.

Seismic activity in the area is very low, with only 4 recorded events in the last 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 2.1, which minimises the influence of this factor on structural design. However, the development of structures in carbonate media requires verifying the existence of karstic cavities before any foundations, since the risk of karstification is the main local geotechnical constraint. The non-argillaceous substrate rules out the risk of expansiveness, directing attention fundamentally towards stability against possible underground voids.