The model run results cover the period December 19, 2017 through January 8, 2018, and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 2 throughout the forecast period.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are closed throughout the forecast period.
3.  Suisun Marsh salinity control flashboards are installed. Two of the three Suisun Marsh Salinity Control Gates are in closed position and one is in tidal operation throughout the forecast period. 
4.  San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 1,645 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period; and is estimated to decrease to 1,500 cfs by the end forecast period. 
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 580 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period, and is estimated to increase to 600 umhos/cm by the end of forecast period.
6.  Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 13,823 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decreases to 13,700 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB is at 2,995 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 2,500 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 4,230 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 3,500 cfs by the end of the forecast period.