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LPSC Fuel Audit (Details) (USD $) In Billions	Jun. 30, 2011
Louisiana Public Service Commission Fuel Audit [Abstract]
Fuel Expenses Included in Audit	$ 3.2

The approximate total amount of fuel expenses included in the Louisiana Public Service Commission audit of fuel adjustment clause filings.

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