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Regarding my previous suggestion of adding a plate above that existing, hopefully there is enough HD bolt projection to allow full engagement of the nut if the overall plate thickness is increased? Of course the HD bolts and anchorage into the footing would also need re-evaluation. Best regards ...

Easy fix may be to fit plates 11" by 7 1/4" by (say)1 1/4" thick, with appropriate drilled hole, each side of the web of the column. Drilled to match existing hole, chamfer lower side of plates to clear existing welds. Then weld new plate all round with 8mm weld. Could be done in situ but protect 2" ...