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Guarantees (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Surety bonds posted in the company's favor $ 48.9
Letters of credit posted in the Company's favor 16.7
Guarantee obligations, maximum exposure, undiscounted 38.5
Volume of purchased coal in tons 573
Performance Guarantee [Member] | Magnum [Member]
 
Guarantee obligations, maximum exposure, undiscounted 64.1
Excess of the current market cost of purchasing coal over the selling price 12.2
Indemnification Agreement [Member]
 
Guarantee obligations, maximum exposure, undiscounted $ 16.3