The model run results cover the period September 20 through October 10 and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 1.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are open.
3. Suisun Marsh Salinity Control flashboards are in, 2 of the Suisun Marsh Salinity Control Gates are in tidal operation, and 1 gate is closed for maintenance as of September 1.
4. The temporary False River drought barrier is closed. 
5. The Middle River ag. Barrier is closed with all culvert flap-gates in tidal position. The barrier crest is raised by 1 foot.
6. The Old River at Tracy ag. Barrier is closed with all culvert flap-gates in tidal position . 
7. The Grant Line Canal ag. Barrier is closed with all culver flap-gates in tidal position. 
8. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 374 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase to 481 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
9. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 133 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 110 umhos/cm at the end of the forecast period.
10. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 9428 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 7300 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
11. CCFB inflow is at 694 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 700 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
12. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 2706 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to remain at 2700 cfs to the end the forecast period.