The model run results cover the period March 20 through April 9, 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 open position throughout the forecast period. 
4. The Middle River ag. Barrier was installed on March 14, 2018 with all 6 culvert flap-gates tied open.
5.  The Spring Head of Old River barrier is scheduled to be installed by March 31, 2018 with all 8 culvert slide-gates opened.
6. The Grant Line Canal ag. barrier is anticipated to be partially installed on April 6, 2018 with all 6 culvert flap-gates tied open.
7.  San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 2,788 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 2,200 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
8. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is estimated to increase from 500 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period to 650 umhos/cm by the end of the forecast period.
9.  Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 22,052 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decreases to 14,650 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
10. CCFB is at 3,898 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 1,200 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
11. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 2,655 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 1,000 cfs by the end of the forecast period.