Estudio geotécnico in Cuarte de Huerva

In Cuarte de Huerva, gypsum-bearing soils predominate, accompanied by anhydrite and salts, which cover almost 88% of the substrate, with isolated occurrences of fine sands, silts and, to a lesser extent, compact gravels. This type of soil, highly permeable and forming productive aquifers, significantly conditions bearing capacity and foundation systems due to the risk of dissolution under loads and the presence of soluble salts. Particular attention should be paid to the possible differential settlements and to the appropriate choice of the bearing level in building and civil engineering projects.

Seismicity in Cuarte de Huerva is classified as notable, since 68 events have been recorded in the last 30 years, with a maximum magnitude reaching 4.8, a figure that requires seismic action to be incorporated into structural design. In addition, given the karstified nature of the gypsum substrate, it is essential to check for the presence and extent of karst phenomena before carrying out any foundations; the risk of dissolution and cavity formation is the fundamental geotechnical constraint in the municipality. The non-clayey substrate excludes the risk of expansion.