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PARTNERS' EQUITY Table 2 (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011
Net Income Allocation [Line Items] |  |  |
Net income (loss) attributable to NuStar Energy L.P. | $ (273,770) | $ (226,616) | $ 221,461
Less general partner incentive distribution (a) | 43,220 | 41,242 | 36,319
Net income (loss) after general partner incentive distribution | (316,990) | (267,858) | 185,142
General partner interest | 2.00% | 2.00% | 2.00%
General partner allocation of net income (loss) after general partner incentive distribution | (6,338) | (5,356) | 3,703
General partner incentive distribution | 43,220 | 41,242 | 36,319
Net income applicable to general partner | $ 36,882 | $ 35,886 | $ 40,022

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