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Commitments And Contingencies (Class Action Complaint) (Detail) (Pacific Gas And Electric Company [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2014
Pacific Gas And Electric Company [Member]
 
Long Term Purchase Commitment [Line Items]  
Alleged utility collection 1997 to 2010 $ 100