The model run results cover the period February 20 through March 12, 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, and the three Suisun Marsh Salinity Control Gates are in tidal operation throughout the forecast period. 
4.  San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 2,245 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase to 2,350 cfs for the major portion of the forecast period.
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is estimated to be at about 500 umhos/cm throughout the forecast period.
6.  Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 11,261 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decreases to 11,150 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB is at 779 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to  500 cfs for the major portion of the forecast period. 
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is expected to be at 800 cfs throughout the forecast period.