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PARTNERS' EQUITY Table 3 (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2014
Jun. 30, 2013
Jun. 30, 2014
Jun. 30, 2013
Net Income Allocation [Line Items]        
Net income attributable to NuStar Energy L.P. $ 55,514 $ 33,086 $ 95,258 $ 57,651
Less general partner incentive distribution 10,805 10,805 21,610 21,610
Net income after general partner incentive distribution 44,709 22,281 73,648 36,041
General partner interest 2.00% 2.00% 2.00% 2.00%
General partner allocation of net income after general partner incentive distribution 894 446 1,473 722
General partner incentive distribution 10,805 10,805 21,610 21,610
Net income applicable to general partner $ 11,699 $ 11,251 $ 23,083 $ 22,332