The model run results cover the period April 20 through May 10, and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 1 throughout the forecast period.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are closed throughout the forecast period.
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 1771 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 1000 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is estimated to increase from 265 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period to 711 umhos/cm by the end of the forecast period.
6. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 6755 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 7300 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB inflow is at 394 cfs of at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 400 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 806 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 800 cfs by the end of the forecast period.