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Preferred and Preference Stock of Utility	9 Months Ended
Preferred and Preference Stock of Utility	Sep. 30, 2014
Preferred And Preference Stock Of Utility Disclosure [Abstract]
Preferred and Preference Stock of Utility	Preferred and Preference Stock of Utility During the first quarter of 2014, SCE issued 110,004 shares of 5.75% Series H preference stock (cumulative, $2,500 liquidation value) to SCE Trust III, a special purpose entity formed to issue trust securities as discussed in Note 3. The Series H preference stock may be redeemed at par, in whole, but not in part, at any time prior to March 15, 2024 if certain changes in tax or investment company laws occur. After March 15, 2024, SCE may redeem the Series H shares at par, in whole or in part. After March 15, 2024, distributions will accrue and be payable at a floating rate. The shares are not subject to mandatory redemption. The proceeds from the sale of these shares were used to repay commercial paper borrowings and for general corporate purposes.