Fair Value Measurements (Narrative) (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Valuation adjustments related to net derivative contracts, liabilities	$ 4	$ 7
Union Electric Company
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Valuation adjustments related to net derivative contracts, liabilities	1	1
Ameren Illinois Company
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Valuation adjustments related to net derivative contracts, liabilities	$ 4	$ 7