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Description of Business and Basis of Presentation - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023
Long-Term Incentive Plans [Member] |  |
Equity-based compensation, number of units issued | 970,155 |
Equity-based compensation, expense | $ 9.4 | $ 7.2
WES Operating [Member] |  |
Ownership interest by noncontrolling interest owner | 2.00% |
Chipeta [Member] |  |
Ownership interest by noncontrolling interest owner | 25.00% |
WES [Member] | WES Operating [Member] |  |
Ownership interest | 98.00% |

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