Geotechnical study in Figueruelas

In Figueruelas, fine sands and silts predominate as subsoil materials, accompanied by significant percentages of gravels and compact sands. This type of granular soil usually provides medium to high bearing capacities, which favours the construction of shallow foundations provided that adequate density is ensured and settlement is properly controlled. The presence of extensive, highly permeable aquifers implies that attention should be paid to possible drops in the groundwater level and to the need to manage groundwater correctly during the execution of the works.

Seismicity in Figueruelas is considered very low, with only one event in 30 years and a maximum magnitude of 2.8; therefore, the seismic risk is negligible for structural design. There are no risks associated with karstification or expansivity, since the non-clayey substrate rules out swelling or volumetric shrinkage problems. The key constraint for the geotechnical study in this municipality is related to aquifer management and control of the ground permeability, particularly in areas close to bodies of water.