The model run results cover the period March 2 through March 22 and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 1 through the end of the forecast period.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are closed.
3.  Suisun Marsh salinity control flashboards are in, and 2 of the Suisun Marsh Salinity Control gates are in tidal operation and 1 gate is closed for maintenance.
4. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 1014 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 900 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 913 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase at 930 umhos/cm at the end of the forecast period.
6. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 7909 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 7950 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB inflow is at 293 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 300 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 815 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 800 cfs by the end forecast period.