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Commitments and Contingencies (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions |  | 3 Months Ended |
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Jun. 01, 2001 | Mar. 31, 2019 | Aug. 18, 2016
CDWR and SDGE v Sunrise Power |  |  |
Loss Contingencies |  |  |
PPA period | 10 years |  |
Damages sought, amount |  | $ 1.2 |
Remaining term |  | 70 years |
Lignite Contract With Texas Westmoreland Coal Co. |  |  |
Loss Contingencies |  |  |
Bond obligation |  |  | $ 99.0

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