Engineering Geological Map of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Description
The Engineering Geological Map of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is characterized by a pronounced variety in lithostratigraphic composition (rocks and rock complexes are often tectonically heavily damaged), a high degree of seismic activity, complex hydrogeological properties, pronounced relief, varying climate, and steeply inclined watercourses, as well as significant anthropogenic impacts on the terrain. These specific characteristics largely determine the engineering-geological properties of the terrain. Based on these characteristics of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the map displays the following: Lithological composition with important physical properties of rocks and rock complexes formed by endogenic and exogenic geological processes. Engineering-geological features that classify areas based on stability and the degree of seismic activity. In addition to the lithological composition, endogenous phenomena such as faults (fractures, shells, and covers) are shown. Modern exogenic geological processes are illustrated by phenomena directly resulting from these processes on the terrain, such as areas prone to landslides, rockfalls, rapid erosion, gully formation, and debris flow. The stability of slopes is categorized into three classes: stable, conditionally stable, and unstable terrains. Considering the significant impact of earthquakes on engineering-geological conditions, the map delineates areas with different levels of seismic activity according to the MCS scale.
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