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Regulatory Matters Regulatory Liabilities (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Regulatory Liabilities [Line Items]    
Current regulatory liabilities $ 55 $ 62
Noncurrent regulatory liabilities 879 851
Total regulatory liabilities 934 913
Cost of removal [Member]
   
Regulatory Liabilities [Line Items]    
Weighted Average Remaining Life 33 years [1]  
Noncurrent regulatory liabilities 843 810
Total regulatory liabilities 843 [1] 810 [1]
Deferred income taxes [Member]
   
Regulatory Liabilities [Line Items]    
Weighted Average Remaining Life Various  
Total regulatory liabilities 21 21
Other [Member]
   
Regulatory Liabilities [Line Items]    
Weighted Average Remaining Life Various  
Total regulatory liabilities $ 70 $ 82
[1] Amounts represent estimated costs, as accrued through depreciation rates and exclusive of ARO liabilities, of removing property, plant and equipment in accordance with accepted regulatory practices. Amounts are deducted from rate base or otherwise accrue a carrying cost.