The model run results cover the period April 23 through May 13 and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1. CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 1.
2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are closed.
3. Suisun Marsh Salinity Control flashboards are in, 2 gates are open, and 1 gate is closed for maintenance.
4. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 5469 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 4000 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 230 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to increase to 322 umhos/cm at the end of the forecast period.
6. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 28476 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 22500 cfs by the end of the forecast period.
7. CCFB inflow is at 590 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 600 cfs by the end of the forecast period. 
8. Export at Jones Pumping Plant is at 919 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 1800 cfs to the end the forecast period. 
9. The Middle River Barrier is installed on May 7th with all flap gates released to tidal operation