You guys have a pick-up card game?
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After I found the column supports I figured my work here is done, time for a game of cards. 
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Without knowing the size of the beam and its weight per foot, there is no way of knowing, but since there is a visual sag, it probably is over-spanned.
Kevin, did you happen to take a picture sighting down the boxed beam to expose the mount of sag?
That would be interesting to see.
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Hey Larry, unfortunately the beams were boxed in and were not visible in the basement. This was a ranch so if anything, it’s good there wasn’t a second or third floor over it that it was supporting, regardless the beam was overspanned and the supports should be re-installed.
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Yes, I thought about them being boxed in.
If the frame, to box them in, was attached to the beam the sag would transfer to the bottom sight line and if the frame was attached to the floor joists above the the sag would transfer to the bottom sight line also.
Anyway, it would be interesting to see the amount sagged via the sight line picture.
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Those pesky budget cuts…
For those wondering why not.
Why It’s Problematic
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Sewer Gas Backflow: Connecting condensate lines directly to a sewage pit can allow sewer gases to travel back into your HVAC system. This poses a serious health hazard and can cause unpleasant odors throughout your home.
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Code Violations: Most plumbing codes prohibit direct connections between condensate lines and sewage systems unless proper safeguards like air gaps or P-traps are installed. These prevent backflow and contamination.
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Damage to Equipment: Furnace condensate is often acidic, especially from high-efficiency units. If this acidic water sits in a sewage pit or sump pump basin, it can corrode components and shorten the lifespan of your pump.
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Risk of Clogs and Mold: Condensate lines can carry debris or microbial growth. If drained into a sewage pit without proper filtration or slope.
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Just another day on the jobsite…
