The model run results cover the period of December 1, through December 21, and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 1 throughout the forecast period.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are closed during the entire forecast period.  
3. The Middle River ag. Barrier was removed on November 20. 
4.  Suisun Marsh salinity control flashboards are in and the three Suisun Marsh Salinity Control Gates are changed from open position to tidal operation on December 3.
5.  San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is 629 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is anticipated to decrease to 600 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
6. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is projected to increase from 430 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period to 450 umhos/cm by the end of forecast period.
7.  Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 6,546 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and increases to 7,100 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
8. CCFB intake is at 200 cfs throughout the forecast period. 
9. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 400 cfs throughout the forecast period.