The model run results cover the period December 26 through January 15, 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 of the Suisun Marsh Salinity Control gates are in tidal operation and 1 gate is closed for maintenance.
4. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 1300 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to remain the same by the end of the forecast period.
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 723 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to remain the same by the end of the forecast period.
6. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is 16582 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 10250 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB inflow is at 5500 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 2300 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 2700 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 3400 cfs by the end of the forecast period.