The model run results cover the period February 21 through March 13, and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1.CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 3 throughout the forecast period.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are closed throughout the forecast period.
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 3256 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 3100 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 458 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase to 467 umhos/cm by the end of the forecast period.
6. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 15535 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 15050 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB inflow is at 2095 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 2100 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 3498 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to remain about the same by the end of the forecast period.