Geotechnical study in Fuente del Maestre

In Fuente del Maestre, soils of compact gravel and sand predominate, followed by slates, schists, and with a lower presence of granite, gneiss and igneous rocks. These formations ensure a good overall bearing capacity, facilitating conventional foundation solutions. Overconsolidated clays and marls, although present at specific points, are usually stable, whereas the sporadic occurrence of silts and peats indicates the need to avoid these materials as a support level, given their compressible behaviour and low strength.

Seismic activity in the area is very low, with only four recorded events over thirty years and a very low maximum magnitude. Nevertheless, given the potential existence of karst processes in the subsurface, it is essential to verify the presence of cavities or dissolution before designing any foundation, as they may compromise the stability of the structure. The non-clayey substrate rules out risks of expansivity, with control of the karst being the main technical factor conditioning building safety in the municipality.