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Basis of Presentation (Details) retail_customers in Thousands, mi² in Thousands | Jun. 30, 2020 mi² retail_customers
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Basis of Presentation [Abstract] |
Service Area Sq Miles | mi² | 4
Incorporated Cities | 51
Number of Retail Customers | retail_customers | 901

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- Definition Approximate square miles of service area. + References No definition available. + Details
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