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Leases - Narrative (Details) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023
Minimum |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Lessee, leases, term of contract (in years) | 1 year
Lessee, leases, renewal term (in years) | 1 year
Lessor, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Lessor, operating lease, term of contract | 1 year
Maximum |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Lessee, leases, term of contract (in years) | 57 years
Lessee, leases, renewal term (in years) | 25 years
Lessor, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Lessor, operating lease, term of contract | 18 years
Equity Method Investees | Agreement to Store at Facilities Owned by Equity Method Investee | Equity Method Investee That Owns Leased Storage Tanks |
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items] |
Ownership interest in unconsolidated entity (as a percent) | 50.00%

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