The model run results cover the period September 5 through September 25 and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 3, then to Priority 2 starting September 6.

2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are currently closed, as of September 5 they are closed Monday through Thursday and open Friday through Sunday throughout the forecast period.

3. Suisun Marsh Salinity Control flashboards are installed on August 14, two gates in tidal position on August 15, and one gate is closed for maintenance.

4. The Middle River ag. barrier was closed on July 27, with all culvert flap-gates in tidal operation.

5. The Old River at Tracy ag. Barrier was closed on August 17, with all culvert flap-gates in tidal operation.

6. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 2316 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 1700 cfs by the end of the forecast period.

7. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 284 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase to 399 umhos/cm at the end of the forecast period.

8. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 18839 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 17700 cfs by the end of the forecast period.

9. CCFB inflow is at 4493 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 4500 cfs by the end of the forecast period.

10. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 4246 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 4200 cfs to the end the forecast period.