North Haiwee Reservoir is located in Inyo County, California, approximately 5 miles south of the intersection of US-395 Highway and SR-190, and just east of US-395 Highway. It is one of the southernmost reservoirs in the Los Angeles Aqueduct system, completed in 1913. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 60,600 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1,350 acres.

Paddling is not permitted on North Haiwee Reservoir. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) owns and operates the reservoir primarily for water supply purposes, including irrigation and domestic use for Los Angeles. Fishing is also prohibited.

The reservoir is divided into upper and lower sections by a diversion dam. While not accessible for recreation, the reservoir is surrounded by scenic desert landscapes typical of the Owens Valley region. The area around the reservoir is sparsely populated, with the nearest town being Dunmovin.

Water quality in the reservoir has been a concern in the past. Historically, LADWP applied copper sulfate to control algae blooms, which led to elevated copper levels and fish kills in the 1990s. While application practices have since changed, copper concentrations remain above water quality criteria levels.

A new earthfill embankment dam is currently under construction north of the existing dam to improve seismic reliability. This project, scheduled for completion in 2027, involves realigning nearby roads and a section of the Los Angeles Aqueduct.

Given its critical role in Southern California's water supply infrastructure and ongoing construction, North Haiwee Reservoir remains closed to public access and recreation. Paddlers interested in exploring the region should seek alternative locations that allow water activities.