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Capitalization (Schedule of Carrying Amount and Fair Value of Bonds) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015
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Carrying amount [Member] |  |
Bonds | $ 82,786 | $ 85,600
Fair value [Member] |  |
Bonds | $ 84,821 | $ 88,431

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