The model run results cover the period July 18 through August 7 and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 3.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are open.
3. Suisun Marsh Salinity Control flashboards were removed on June 12, 2 gates are in open position as of January 5, and 1 gate remains closed for maintenance. 
4. The Middle River ag. barrier will be closed on July 29, with all culvert flap-gates in tidal operation. 
5. The Old River at Tracy ag. Barrier will be closed on August 14, with all culvert flap-gates in tidal operation.
6. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 7000 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 6000 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 114 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase to 126 umhos/cm at the end of the forecast period.
8. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 14512 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 10900 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
9. CCFB inflow is at 6680 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to remain at 6680 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
10. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 4200 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to remain at 4200 cfs to the end the forecast period.