The model run results cover the period March 14 through April 3, and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1.CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 3 throughout the forecast period.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are closed throughout the forecast period.
3. Suisun Marsh Salinity Control flashboards are in, 2 gates are in open position as of January 5, and 1 gate remains closed for maintenance.
4. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 23570 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 20000 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 188 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase to 203 umhos/cm by the end of the forecast period.
6. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 82294 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 61750 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB inflow is at 9500 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 6680 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 4200 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to remain about the same by the end of the forecast period.