Operating Revenue (Narrative) (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2022	Sep. 30, 2021	Dec. 31, 2021
Revenues From Contract With Customer [Line Items]
Revenue recognized from contract liability balances	$ 120	$ 124
Other Current Liabilities and Other Deferred Credits and Other Liabilities
Revenues From Contract With Customer [Line Items]
Contract liability balances	159		$ 124
Virginia Electric and Power Company
Revenues From Contract With Customer [Line Items]
Revenue recognized from contract liability balances	33	$ 36
Virginia Electric and Power Company | Other Current Liabilities and Other Deferred Credits and Other Liabilities
Revenues From Contract With Customer [Line Items]
Contract liability balances	$ 43		$ 33