The model run results cover the period December 26, 2017 through January 15, 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. One of the three Suisun Marsh Salinity Control Gates is in closed position and two are in tidal operation throughout the forecast period. 
4.  San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 1,649 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period; increases during December 28 through January 4 due to Goodwin flood control releases; 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, will decrease during higher flows, and is estimated to increase to about 620 umhos/cm by the end of forecast period.
6.  Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 13,653 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decreases to 13,150 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB is at 2,494 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to be at 2,500 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 3,505 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to be at 3,500 cfs by the end of the forecast period.