The model run results cover the period May 6 through May 26 and are based on the following assumptions:

Common Assumptions

1.  CCFB Gates are operating to Priority 3 on May 7, and to Priority 2 for the rest of the forecast period.

2. The Delta Cross Channel gates are closed.

3. Suisun Marsh Salinity Control flashboards are in. All three gates are in the open position on March 24.

4. San Joaquin River flow at Vernalis is at 2241 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 1500 cfs by the end of the forecast period.

5. San Joaquin River EC at Vernalis is at 319 umhos/cm at the beginning of the forecast period and is estimated to decrease to 292 umhos/cm at the end of the forecast period.

6. Sacramento River flow at Freeport is at 19943 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to decrease to 15200 cfs by the end of the forecast period.

7. CCFB inflow is at 593 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 1370 cfs at the beginning of the forecast period and is expected to increase to 3500 cfs to the end the forecast period.

9. The Middle River barrier is closed on May 7. All 6 flap gates remain tied open until further notice.

10. The Old River near Tracy barrier is scheduled to be closed on May 26. All 9 flap gates to remain tied open until further notice.