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Long-Term Debt and Financing Obligations Long term debt (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Jun. 30, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
RGRT [Member]
   
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Long-term Debt $ 144,800 $ 123,400
Pollution Control Bonds [Member]
   
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Long-term Debt 193,100  
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage 4.00%  
Pollution Control Bonds [Member] | 4.00% 2002 Series A Refunding Bonds, due 2032 [Member]
   
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Long-term Debt $ 33,300 $ 33,300