The model run results cover the period December 5, through December 25, 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 installed and the three Suisun Marsh Salinity Control Gates are in open position throughout the forecast period. 
4.  San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 2,449 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period; and is estimated to decrease to about 1,500 cfs by the end forecast period. 
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 330 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period, and is estimated to be at about 420 umhos/cm by the end of forecast period.
6.  Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 15,149 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decreases to 14,500 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB is at 6,670 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 3,000 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is expected to be at 4,200 cfs throughout the forecast period.