The model run results cover the period February 22 through March 14 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 throughout the forecast period.
3. Suisun Marsh Salinity Control flashboards are in, 2 of the Suisun Marsh Salinity Control Gates are in tidal position as of February 11, and 1 gate is closed for maintenance.
4. The temporary False River drought barrier was notched on January 7. 
5. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 1036 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase to 1100 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
6. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 480 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 444 umhos/cm at the end of the forecast period.
7. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 11684 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 9984 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
8. CCFB inflow is at 191 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 200 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
9. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 863 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 800 cfs by the end forecast period.