Estudio geotécnico in Balsareny

In the municipality of Balsareny, the dominant geotechnical substrate comprises sandstones, conglomerates and flysch, materials that are common in the area. In general, these soil types exhibit good bearing capacity for conventional buildings, although they require a specific analysis depending on their degree of consolidation and the possible presence of softer interbeds. The permeability of these formations is usually low, although shallow aquifers may exist in certain areas, which means that the possible influence of groundwater on the foundation design must be studied carefully.

The seismic activity recorded in Balsareny over the last thirty years is very low, with only five events and a maximum magnitude of 1.6, which allows seismicity to be ruled out as a relevant structural constraint. Although expansive clays may occur subordinately, their risk potential is reduced in climatic zones without anhydrous deficit. Accordingly, the determining factor for the geotechnical study will be mainly the detailed characterisation of the flysch and the local assessment of any shallow aquifers to ensure foundation safety.