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Income Taxes - Schedule of Deferred Income Taxes Reflect the Net Tax Effect (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2024 | Dec. 31, 2023
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Schedule of Deferred Income Taxes Reflect the Net Tax Effect [Abstract] |  |
Utility Plant Related | $ 95,877 | $ 84,330
Customer Advances | (3,525) | (3,546)
Employee Benefits | 7,888 | 7,100
Investment Tax Credits | 181 | 240
Other | 814 | 612
Total Accumulated Deferred Income Taxes | $ 101,235 | $ 88,736

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