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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Revenue, Balancing and Memorandum Accounts) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items] |  |  |
Regulated operating revenue, water surcharge | $ 4,605 | $ 3,872 | $ 3,741
San Jose Water Company [Member] |  |  |
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items] |  |  |
Nonregulated operating revenue | $ 6,145 | $ 6,175 | $ 5,882

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