The model run results cover the period September 26, through October 16, 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 from 10 AM Friday through10 AM Monday 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. The Fall-Head of Old River barrier is anticipated to be installed by October 13, this model run is based on all 6 culvert slide-gates being in open position. 
6.  San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 2,284 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and decreases to 2,150 cfs by the end forecast period. 
7. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis increases from 300 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period to 350 umhos/cm by the end of forecast period.
8.  Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 20,000 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and decreases to 13,550 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
9. CCFB is at 5,989 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and will decrease to 2,300 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
10. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 4,400 cfs throughout the forecast period.