The model run results cover the period February 14 through March 6 and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 3.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are closed.
3. Suisun Marsh Salinity Control flashboards are in, 2 gates are in open position as of January 5, and 1 gate remains closed for maintenance.
4. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 3953 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 3500 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 414 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase to 430 umhos/cm at the end of the forecast period.
6. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 19178 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 16750 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB inflow is at 3297 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 1759 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 4215 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 2600 cfs by the end the forecast period.