Estudio geotécnico in Santiago del Teide

In Santiago del Teide, the geological substrate is mainly composed of sandstones, conglomerates and materials from the flysch series, which creates ground that is frequently competent and has a medium to good bearing capacity. In addition, the occasional presence of granite and gneiss provides areas of high strength suitable for shallow and deep foundations. It is important to pay localised attention to urban anthropogenic fill, as its heterogeneity may require specific compaction techniques or ground improvement solutions, given that it does not offer the same stability guarantees as natural formations.

As regards seismicity, Santiago del Teide shows notable seismic activity with 102 recorded events over 30 years, but with a low maximum magnitude (Mmax 2.4), which significantly limits the seismic impact on structural design. There are no indications of karstification or expansive soils; therefore, the main conditioning factor for the geotechnical study lies in the thorough assessment of anthropogenic fills and the detailed analysis of subsurface permeability, especially in areas with heterogeneous materials.