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Organization, Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and Recent Developments (Schedule of AFUDC Rates) (Details) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2013
Middlesex [Member] |  |  |
Organization, Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies And Recent Developments [Line Items] |  |  |
Allowance for Funds Used During Construction Rates | 6.72% | 7.03% | 7.34%
Tidewater [Member] |  |  |
Organization, Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies And Recent Developments [Line Items] |  |  |
Allowance for Funds Used During Construction Rates | 7.92% | 7.91% | 7.91%

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