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Commitments and Contingent Liabilities (Schedule of Purchased Water Costs) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2022 | Jun. 30, 2021 | Jun. 30, 2022 | Jun. 30, 2021
Purchased Water |  |  |  |
Treated | $ 785 | $ 871 | $ 1,531 | $ 1,748
Untreated | 739 | 782 | 1,550 | 1,642
Total Costs | $ 1,524 | $ 1,653 | $ 3,081 | $ 3,390

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