The model run results cover the period September 19, through October 9, 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 open only from 10 AM Monday through10 AM Friday of every week for the entire forecast period.
3.  Suisun Marsh salinity control flashboards are removed, and the three Suisun Marsh Salinity Control Gates are in open position throughout the forecast period. 
4. The Middle River ag. Barrier is installed; all 6 culvert flap-gates are in tidal operation.
5.  San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 3,275 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and decreases to 2,500 cfs by the end forecast period. 
6. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis increases from 190 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period to 210 umhos/cm by the end of forecast period.
7.  Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 21,048 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and decreases to 17,500 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
8. CCFB is at 4,492 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and will decrease to 3,500 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
9. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 3,500 cfs throughout the forecast period