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Acquisition Acquisition (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 9 Months Ended |
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Sep. 30, 2013 Barges Boats | Jul. 22, 2013 Barges Tug_Boats
Acquisition [Abstract] |  |
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives | 25 |
Business Acquisition, Transaction Costs |  | $ 230.9
Business Acquisition, Barges Acquired |  | 9
Business Acquisition, Tug Boats Acquired |  | 9
NumberOfBarges | 50 |
NumberOfBoats | 23 |

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