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Document and Entity Information
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Oct. 31, 2014
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| Entity Registrant Name | AMERICAN STATES WATER CO | |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0001056903 | |
| Document Type | 10-Q | |
| Document Period End Date | Sep. 30, 2014 | |
| Amendment Flag | false | |
| Current Fiscal Year End Date | --12-31 | |
| Entity Current Reporting Status | Yes | |
| Entity Filer Category | Large Accelerated Filer | |
| Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding | 38,400,038 | |
| Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2014 | |
| Document Fiscal Period Focus | Q3 |
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If the value is true, then the document is an amendment to previously-filed/accepted document. No definition available.
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End date of current fiscal year in the format --MM-DD. No definition available.
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This is focus fiscal period of the document report. For a first quarter 2006 quarterly report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, the first fiscal quarter should be given as the fiscal period focus. Values: FY, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, H1, H2, M9, T1, T2, T3, M8, CY. No definition available.
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This is focus fiscal year of the document report in CCYY format. For a 2006 annual report, which may also provide financial information from prior periods, fiscal 2006 should be given as the fiscal year focus. Example: 2006. No definition available.
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The end date of the period reflected on the cover page if a periodic report. For all other reports and registration statements containing historical data, it is the date up through which that historical data is presented. If there is no historical data in the report, use the filing date. The format of the date is CCYY-MM-DD. No definition available.
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The type of document being provided (such as 10-K, 10-Q, 485BPOS, etc). The document type is limited to the same value as the supporting SEC submission type, or the word "Other". No definition available.
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A unique 10-digit SEC-issued value to identify entities that have filed disclosures with the SEC. It is commonly abbreviated as CIK. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Indicate number of shares or other units outstanding of each of registrant's classes of capital or common stock or other ownership interests, if and as stated on cover of related periodic report. Where multiple classes or units exist define each class/interest by adding class of stock items such as Common Class A [Member], Common Class B [Member] or Partnership Interest [Member] onto the Instrument [Domain] of the Entity Listings, Instrument. No definition available.
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Indicate "Yes" or "No" whether registrants (1) have filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that registrants were required to file such reports), and (2) have been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. This information should be based on the registrant's current or most recent filing containing the related disclosure. No definition available.
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Indicate whether the registrant is one of the following: (1) Large Accelerated Filer, (2) Accelerated Filer, (3) Non-accelerated Filer, (4) Smaller Reporting Company (Non-accelerated) or (5) Smaller Reporting Accelerated Filer. Definitions of these categories are stated in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. This information should be based on the registrant's current or most recent filing containing the related disclosure. No definition available.
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The exact name of the entity filing the report as specified in its charter, which is required by forms filed with the SEC. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This element represents the amount, at the balance sheet date, current portion of receivables that are derived from government contracts. No definition available.
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The amount of aggregate amount of current tax-related receivables to be collected from related parties where one party can exercise control or significant influence over another party, which are usually due within one year (or one business cycle). No definition available.
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Represents franchise and assessment fees taxes. No definition available.
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This element represents the gross amount, at the balance sheet date, of non utility property assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale owned by a utility entity. No definition available.
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This element represent the noncurrent portion of amount due from customers, clients, or other third-parties, or arising from transactions not separately disclosed, net of allowances established for the purpose of reducing such receivables to an amount that approximates their net realizable value. No definition available.
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This element represents aggregate amount of capitalized assets classified as property, plant and equipment and other noncurrent investments not otherwise defined in the taxonomy, and also include goodwill, as of the balance sheet date. No definition available.
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This element represents capitalized assets classified as property, plant and equipment and other noncurrent investments not otherwise defined in the taxonomy. No definition available.
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This element represents the amount, at the balance sheet date, noncurrent portion of receivables that are derived from government contracts. No definition available.
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This element represents aggregate carrying amount, at the balance sheet date, of noncurrent regulatory assets held by public utility entities and other noncurrent assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. No definition available.
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This element represents the gross amount, at the balance sheet date, of long-lived physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale owned by a utility entity used in the operations of the entity. No definition available.
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Amount due from customers, clients, or other third-parties, or arising from transactions not separately disclosed, within one year of the balance sheet date (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer), net of allowances established for the purpose of reducing such receivables to an amount that approximates their net realizable value. No definition available.
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of liabilities incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received that are used in an entity's business. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount due from customers or clients, within one year of the balance sheet date (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer), for goods or services (including trade receivables) that have been delivered or sold in the normal course of business, reduced to the estimated net realizable fair value by an allowance established by the entity of the amount it deems uncertain of collection. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred and payable, pertaining to costs that are statutory in nature, are incurred on contractual obligations, or accumulate over time and for which invoices have not yet been received or will not be rendered. Examples include taxes, interest, rent and utilities. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The noncurrent portion of the reserve for accumulated deferred investment tax credits as of the balance sheet date. This is the remaining investment credit, which will reduce the cost of services collected from ratepayers by a ratable portion over the investment's regulatory life. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are expected to be realized in cash, sold, or consumed within one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Liability attributable to (i) billings in excess of costs under the percentage of completion contract accounting method representing the difference between contractually invoiced amounts (billings) and revenue recognized based, for example, on costs incurred to estimated total costs at period end or (ii) contractually invoiced amounts (billings) in excess of costs incurred and accumulated under the completed contract accounting method that are expected to be realized within one year or one operating cycle, whichever is longer, from the reporting date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This element represents the total consolidated (as applicable) capitalization of the entity which is comprised of its long-term debt and equity instruments. The table may be detailed by subsidiary (legal entity) and include information by type of debt or equity detailed by instrument. No definition available.
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Amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Also includes short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Excludes cash and cash equivalents within disposal group and discontinued operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Represents the caption on the face of the balance sheet to indicate that the entity has entered into (1) purchase or supply arrangements that will require expending a portion of its resources to meet the terms thereof, and (2) is exposed to potential losses or, less frequently, gains, arising from (a) possible claims against a company's resources due to future performance under contract terms, and (b) possible losses or likely gains from uncertainties that will ultimately be resolved when one or more future events that are deemed likely to occur do occur or fail to occur. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate par or stated value of issued nonredeemable common stock (or common stock redeemable solely at the option of the issuer). This item includes treasury stock repurchased by the entity. Note: elements for number of nonredeemable common shares, par value and other disclosure concepts are in another section within stockholders' equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Developers, builders, governmental agencies and municipalities will provide the entity with cash, or in some cases property, to extend its services to their properties. Nonrefundable contributions are recorded as contributions in aid of construction ("CIAC"). No definition available.
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Amount of receivable reflecting the cost incurred on uncompleted contracts in excess of related billings which is expected to be collected after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of receivable reflecting the cost incurred on uncompleted contracts in excess of related billings which is expected to be collected within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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For utilities only, represents the carrying amount of the liability as of the balance sheet date for payments received by a utility from its customers in advance of performing its obligations under terms of its construction agreements. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after allocation of valuation allowances of deferred tax asset attributable to deductible temporary differences and carryforwards, net of deferred tax liability attributable to taxable temporary differences expected to be realized or consumed within one year or operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of deferred tax liability attributable to taxable temporary differences, net of deferred tax asset attributable to deductible temporary differences and carryforwards net of valuation allowances expected to be realized or consumed after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of receivables to be collected from related parties where one party can exercise control or significant influence over another party; including affiliates, owners or officers and their immediate families, pension trusts, and so forth, at the financial statement date. which are usually due within one year (or one business cycle). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred through that date and payable for obligations related to services received from employees, such as accrued salaries and bonuses, payroll taxes and fringe benefits. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after accumulated impairment loss of an asset representing future economic benefits arising from other assets acquired in a business combination that are not individually identified and separately recognized. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount due within one year of the balance sheet date (or one operating cycle, if longer) from tax authorities as of the balance sheet date representing refunds of overpayments or recoveries based on agreed-upon resolutions of disputes. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Gross amount of unprocessed materials to be used in manufacturing or production process and supplies that will be consumed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of liabilities and equity items, including the portion of equity attributable to noncontrolling interests, if any. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total obligations incurred as part of normal operations that are expected to be paid during the following twelve months or within one business cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregated carrying amounts of obligations as of the balance sheet date, excluding long-term debt, incurred as part of the normal operations that are expected to be paid after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. Alternate captions include Total Deferred Credits and Other Liabilities. No definition available.
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Amount of long-term debt, after unamortized discount or premium, scheduled to be repaid within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Includes, but not limited to, notes payable, bonds payable, debentures, mortgage loans and commercial paper. Excludes capital lease obligations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount of long-term debt, net of unamortized discount or premium, excluding amounts to be repaid within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer (current maturities). Includes, but not limited to, notes payable, bonds payable, debentures, mortgage loans and commercial paper. Excludes capital lease obligations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amounts due from parties associated with the reporting entity as evidenced by a written promise to pay, due within 1 year (or 1 business cycle). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent assets are expected to be realized or consumed after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount of current liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer) not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Includes costs that are statutory in nature, are incurred on contractual obligations, or accumulate over time and for which invoices have not yet been received or will not be rendered and of liabilities not separately disclosed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of noncurrent obligations not separately disclosed in the balance sheet. Noncurrent liabilities are expected to be paid after one year (or the normal operating cycle, if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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This represents the noncurrent liability for underfunded plans recognized in the balance sheet that is associated with the defined benefit pension plans and other postretirement defined benefit plans. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of asset related to consideration paid in advance for costs that provide economic benefits in future periods, and amount of other assets that are expected to be realized or consumed within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount before accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization of physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, and furniture and fixtures. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization of physical assets used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, and furniture and fixtures. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Period end book value of accumulated depreciation on property, plant and equipment (PPE) that is owned by the regulated operations of the public utility. No definition available.
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of capitalized costs of regulated entities that are expected to be recovered through revenue sources within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Such costs are capitalized if they meet both of the following criteria: a. It is probable that future revenue in an amount at least equal to the capitalized cost will result from inclusion of that cost in allowable costs for rate-making purposes. b. Based on available evidence, the future revenue will be provided to permit recovery of the previously incurred cost rather than to provide for expected levels of similar future costs. If the revenue will be provided through an automatic rate-adjustment clause, this criterion requires that the regulator's intent clearly be to permit recovery of the previously incurred cost. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of capitalized costs of regulated entities that are not expected to be recovered through revenue sources within one year or the normal operating cycle if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cumulative amount of the reporting entity's undistributed earnings or deficit. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total of all stockholders' equity (deficit) items, net of receivables from officers, directors, owners, and affiliates of the entity which are attributable to the parent. The amount of the economic entity's stockholders' equity attributable to the parent excludes the amount of stockholders' equity which is allocable to that ownership interest in subsidiary equity which is not attributable to the parent (noncontrolling interest, minority interest). This excludes temporary equity and is sometimes called permanent equity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Carrying value as of the balance sheet date of obligations incurred and payable for statutory income, sales, use, payroll, excise, real, property and other taxes. Used to reflect the current portion of the liabilities (due within one year or within the normal operating cycle if longer). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount received for services rendered and products shipped, but not yet billed, for non-contractual agreements due within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. No definition available.
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
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| Accounts receivable - customers, allowance for doubtful accounts | $ 839 | $ 755 |
| Other accounts receivable, allowance for doubtful accounts | 102 | 432 |
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| Accounts receivable - customers, allowance for doubtful accounts | 839 | 755 |
| Other accounts receivable, allowance for doubtful accounts | $ 93 | $ 359 |
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This element represents the valuation allowance for other receivables not separately presented elsewhere in the balance sheet, within one year (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer) that are expected to be uncollectible. No definition available.
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A valuation allowance for trade and other receivables due to an Entity within one year (or the normal operating cycle, whichever is longer) that are expected to be uncollectible. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (USD $)
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| Water | $ 96,700 | $ 93,932 | $ 253,689 | $ 247,234 | |||
| Electric | 8,614 | 8,849 | 27,398 | 27,980 | |||
| Contracted services | 33,013 | 28,133 | 74,826 | 86,947 | |||
| Total operating revenues | 138,327 | 130,914 | 355,913 | 362,161 | |||
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| Water purchased | 17,837 | 19,246 | 45,324 | 46,648 | |||
| Power purchased for pumping | 3,914 | 3,414 | 8,448 | 7,385 | |||
| Groundwater production assessment | 4,291 | 4,656 | 12,684 | 11,666 | |||
| Power purchased for resale | 2,383 | 3,386 | 7,070 | 9,894 | |||
| Supply cost balancing accounts | 3,179 | (1,003) | 3,891 | (9) | |||
| Other operation | 6,958 | 7,185 | 20,990 | 19,158 | |||
| Administrative and general | 20,178 | 20,083 | 59,769 | 56,103 | |||
| Depreciation and amortization | 10,549 | 9,753 | 31,604 | 29,337 | [1] | ||
| Maintenance | 4,390 | 4,666 | 12,206 | 13,513 | |||
| Property and other taxes | 4,359 | 4,108 | 12,649 | 12,004 | |||
| ASUS construction | 20,430 | 19,256 | 47,651 | 59,053 | |||
| Net gain on sale of property | (36) | 0 | (36) | (12) | |||
| Total operating expenses | 98,432 | 94,750 | 262,250 | 264,740 | |||
| Operating Income | 39,895 | 36,164 | 93,663 | 97,421 | |||
| Other Income and Expenses | |||||||
| Interest expense | (5,519) | (5,852) | (16,924) | (17,398) | |||
| Interest income | 224 | 185 | 459 | 512 | |||
| Other, net | 47 | 247 | 443 | 673 | |||
| Total other income and expenses | (5,248) | (5,420) | (16,022) | (16,213) | |||
| Income from operations before income tax expense | 34,647 | 30,744 | 77,641 | 81,208 | |||
| Income tax expense | 13,476 | 9,905 | 30,095 | 30,302 | |||
| Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent | 21,171 | 20,839 | 47,546 | 50,906 | |||
| Weighted Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding (in shares) | 38,704 | 38,696 | 38,744 | 38,613 | |||
| Basic Earnings Per Common Share (in dollars per share) | $ 0.54 | $ 0.54 | $ 1.22 | $ 1.31 | |||
| Weighted Average Number of Diluted Shares (in shares) | 38,930 | 38,923 | 38,963 | 38,835 | |||
| Fully Diluted Earnings Per Common Share (in dollars per share) | $ 0.54 | $ 0.53 | $ 1.22 | $ 1.31 | |||
| Dividends Paid Per Common Share (in dollars per share) | $ 0.2130 | $ 0.2025 | $ 0.618 | $ 0.5575 | |||
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| Water | 96,700 | 93,932 | 253,689 | 247,234 | |||
| Electric | 8,614 | 8,849 | 27,398 | 27,980 | |||
| Total operating revenues | 105,314 | 102,781 | 281,087 | 275,214 | |||
| Operating Expenses | |||||||
| Water purchased | 17,837 | 19,246 | 45,324 | 46,648 | |||
| Power purchased for pumping | 3,914 | 3,414 | 8,448 | 7,385 | |||
| Groundwater production assessment | 4,291 | 4,656 | 12,684 | 11,666 | |||
| Power purchased for resale | 2,383 | 3,386 | 7,070 | 9,894 | |||
| Supply cost balancing accounts | 3,179 | (1,003) | 3,891 | (9) | |||
| Other operation | 6,223 | 6,506 | 19,027 | 17,145 | |||
| Administrative and general | 17,261 | 17,007 | 50,670 | 46,407 | |||
| Depreciation and amortization | 10,236 | 9,474 | 30,708 | 28,480 | |||
| Maintenance | 3,765 | 4,239 | 10,609 | 12,097 | |||
| Property and other taxes | 3,879 | 3,572 | 11,305 | 10,663 | |||
| Total operating expenses | 72,968 | 70,497 | 199,736 | 190,376 | |||
| Operating Income | 32,346 | 32,284 | 81,351 | 84,838 | |||
| Other Income and Expenses | |||||||
| Interest expense | (5,509) | (5,815) | (16,841) | (17,289) | |||
| Interest income | 214 | 148 | 436 | 466 | |||
| Other, net | 47 | 247 | 443 | 674 | |||
| Total other income and expenses | (5,248) | (5,420) | (15,962) | (16,149) | |||
| Income from operations before income tax expense | 27,098 | 26,864 | 65,389 | 68,689 | |||
| Income tax expense | 11,019 | 10,251 | 26,507 | 27,557 | |||
| Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent | $ 16,079 | $ 16,613 | $ 38,882 | $ 41,132 | |||
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This element represents the aggregate expenses on groundwater production assessment. No definition available.
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This element represents Power purchased for pumping expenses. No definition available.
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This element represents the supply cost balancing accounts maintained for under-collections and over-collections of revenues designed to recover such costs. No definition available.
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Aggregate dividends paid during the period for each share of common stock outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Revenue earned during the period arising from products sold or services provided under the terms of a contract, not elsewhere specified in the taxonomy. May include government contracts, construction contracts, and any other contract related to a particular project or product. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate costs of keeping the property in good condition but that do not appreciably prolong the life or increase the value of the property. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Cost of electricity purchased as well as fuel used to generate electricity used in operations and sold during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Cost of water purchased, may include any water related assessment. If water is bought on a unit volume basis, would also be considered as commodity costs. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate expense recognized in the current period that allocates the cost of tangible assets, intangible assets, or depleting assets to periods that benefit from use of the assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Revenue derived from the regulated (by a federal, state, or local government or agency) generation, transmission and distribution of electricity. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of gain (loss) on sale or disposal of property, plant and equipment assets, including oil and gas property and timber property. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate total of expenses of managing and administering the affairs of an entity, including affiliates of the reporting entity, which are not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Sum of operating profit and nonoperating income or expense before Income or Loss from equity method investments, income taxes, extraordinary items, and noncontrolling interest. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of current income tax expense (benefit) and deferred income tax expense (benefit) pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of the cost of borrowed funds accounted for as interest expense. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount before accretion (amortization) of purchase discount (premium) of interest income on nonoperating securities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of income or expense from ancillary business-related activities (that is to say, excluding major activities considered part of the normal operations of the business). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Generally recurring costs associated with normal operations except for the portion of these expenses which can be clearly related to production and included in cost of sales or services. Includes selling, general and administrative expense. No definition available.
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The net result for the period of deducting operating expenses from operating revenues. No definition available.
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The total amount of other operating cost and expense items that are associated with the entity's normal revenue producing operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Other costs incurred during the reporting period related to other revenue generating activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net amount of other income and expense amounts, the components of which are not separately disclosed on the income statement, resulting from ancillary business-related activities (that is, excluding major activities considered part of the normal operations of the business) also known as other nonoperating income (expense) recognized for the period. Such amounts may include: (a) dividends, (b) interest on securities, (c) net gains or losses on securities, (d) unusual costs, (e) gains or losses on foreign exchange transactions, and (f) miscellaneous other income and expense items. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of regulated water operating revenues recognized during the period. No definition available.
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Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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All taxes not related to income of the entity or excise or sales taxes levied on the revenue of the entity that are not reported elsewhere. These taxes could include production, real estate, personal property, and pump tax. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The average number of shares or units issued and outstanding that are used in calculating diluted EPS or earnings per unit (EPU), determined based on the timing of issuance of shares or units in the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of [basic] shares or units, after adjustment for contingently issuable shares or units and other shares or units not deemed outstanding, determined by relating the portion of time within a reporting period that common shares or units have been outstanding to the total time in that period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the amounts costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted contracts. No definition available.
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the amounts payable to/receivable from affiliated parties for income taxes No definition available.
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period of related party receivables/payables which are due within one year or one business cycle. No definition available.
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The net change during the reporting period in amount receivable from the government. No definition available.
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The cash inflow from the additional capital contribution to the entity and amount received from holders exercising their stock options. No definition available.
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Future cash outflow to pay for purchases of fixed assets that have occurred. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Also includes short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Excludes cash and cash equivalents within disposal group and discontinued operation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents. Cash and cash equivalents are the amount of currency on hand as well as demand deposits with banks or financial institutions. Includes other kinds of accounts that have the general characteristics of demand deposits. Also includes short-term, highly liquid investments that are both readily convertible to known amounts of cash and so near their maturity that they present insignificant risk of changes in value because of changes in interest rates. Includes effect from exchange rate changes. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Value of property contributed in noncash investing and financing activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of deferred income tax expense (benefit) and income tax credits. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The current period expense charged against earnings on long-lived, physical assets not used in production, and which are not intended for resale, to allocate or recognize the cost of such assets over their useful lives; or to record the reduction in book value of an intangible asset over the benefit period of such asset; or to reflect consumption during the period of an asset that is not used in production. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the amount due from customers for the credit sale of goods and services; includes accounts receivable and other types of receivables. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the aggregate amount of liabilities incurred (and for which invoices have typically been received) and payable to vendors for goods and services received that are used in an entity's business. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in amount due within one year (or one business cycle) from customers for the credit sale of goods and services. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the liability reflecting cash payments received before the related costs have been incurred. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the amounts payable to taxing authorities for taxes that are based on the reporting entity's earnings, net of amounts receivable from taxing authorities for refunds of overpayments or recoveries of income taxes, and in deferred and other tax liabilities and assets. No definition available.
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The increase (decrease) during the period in the carrying amount of capitalized costs of materials, supplies, or both, which are not included in inventory. No definition available.
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the amount owed to the reporting entity in the form of loans and obligations (generally evidenced by promissory notes) made to the following types of related parties: a parent company and its subsidiaries; subsidiaries of a common parent; an entity and trust for the benefit of employees, such as pension and profit-sharing trusts that are managed by or under the trusteeship of the entity's management, an entity and its principal owners, management, or member of their immediate families, affiliates, or other parties with the ability to exert significant influence. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in other assets used in operating activities not separately disclosed in the statement of cash flows. May include changes in other current assets, other noncurrent assets, or a combination of other current and noncurrent assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in other liabilities used in operating activities not separately disclosed in the statement of cash flows. May include changes in other current liabilities, other noncurrent liabilities, or a combination of other current and noncurrent liabilities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the amount due to fund pension and non-pension benefits to employees, retired and disabled former employees. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the value of prepaid expenses and other assets not separately disclosed in the statement of cash flows, for example, deferred expenses, intangible assets, or income taxes. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period of the amount of revenue for work performed for which billing has not occurred, net of uncollectible accounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of cash inflow (outflow) of financing activities, excluding discontinued operations. Financing activity cash flows include obtaining resources from owners and providing them with a return on, and a return of, their investment; borrowing money and repaying amounts borrowed, or settling the obligation; and obtaining and paying for other resources obtained from creditors on long-term credit. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of cash inflow (outflow) of investing activities, excluding discontinued operations. Investing activity cash flows include making and collecting loans and acquiring and disposing of debt or equity instruments and property, plant, and equipment and other productive assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of cash inflow (outflow) from operating activities, excluding discontinued operations. Operating activity cash flows include transactions, adjustments, and changes in value not defined as investing or financing activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Other income (expense) included in net income that results in no cash inflows or outflows in the period. Includes noncash adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to cash provided by (used in) operating activities that are not separately disclosed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow to reacquire common stock during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Cash outflow in the form of capital distributions and dividends to common shareholders, preferred shareholders and noncontrolling interests. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow associated with other investments held by the entity for investment purposes not otherwise defined in the taxonomy. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow associated with the acquisition of long-lived, physical assets that are used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale; includes cash outflows to pay for construction of self-constructed assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from developers, builders, governmental agencies and municipalities that provide the entity with cash to extend its construction services to their properties. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from a debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net cash inflow or outflow from other financing activities. This element is used when there is not a more specific and appropriate element in the taxonomy. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from the sale of long-lived, physical assets that are used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of expense related to write-down of receivables to the amount expected to be collected. Includes, but is not limited to, accounts receivable and notes receivable. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash inflow from a loan, supported by a promissory note, granted to related parties where one party can exercise control or significant influence over another party; including affiliates, owners or officers and their immediate families, pension trusts, and so forth. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow for the payments made by the entity, generally on a straight-line basis over periods ranging from five to forty years to developers, builders, government agencies and municipalities for borrowings received in construction. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The cash outflow for debt initially having maturity due after one year or beyond the normal operating cycle, if longer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate amount of noncash, equity-based employee remuneration. This may include the value of stock or unit options, amortization of restricted stock or units, and adjustment for officers' compensation. As noncash, this element is an add back when calculating net cash generated by operating activities using the indirect method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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| Summary of Significant Accounting Policies | Summary of Significant Accounting Policies: Nature of Operations: American States Water Company (“AWR”) is the parent company of Golden State Water Company (“GSWC”) and American States Utility Services, Inc. (“ASUS”) (and its subsidiaries, Fort Bliss Water Services Company (“FBWS”), Terrapin Utility Services, Inc. (“TUS”), Old Dominion Utility Services, Inc. (“ODUS”), Palmetto State Utility Services, Inc. (“PSUS”) and Old North Utility Services, Inc. (“ONUS”)). The subsidiaries of ASUS may be collectively referred to herein as the “Military Utility Privatization Subsidiaries.” GSWC is a public utility engaged principally in the purchase, production, distribution and sale of water in California serving approximately 257,000 customers. GSWC also distributes electricity in several San Bernardino County mountain communities in California serving approximately 24,000 customers through its Bear Valley Electric Service (“BVES”) division. Although Registrant has a diversified base of residential, industrial and other customers, revenues derived from commercial and residential water customers accounted for approximately 90% of total water revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013. The California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”) regulates GSWC’s water and electric businesses, in matters including properties, rates, services, facilities and other matters, and transactions by GSWC with its affiliates. AWR’s assets and operating income are primarily those of GSWC. ASUS, through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, operates, maintains and performs construction activities (including renewal and replacement capital work) on water and/or wastewater systems at various United States military bases pursuant to 50-year firm fixed-price contracts. These contracts are subject to periodic price redeterminations and modifications for changes in circumstances and changes in laws and regulations. There is no direct regulatory oversight by the CPUC over AWR or the operation, rates or services provided by ASUS or any of its wholly owned subsidiaries. Basis of Presentation: The consolidated financial statements and notes thereto are being presented in a combined report being filed by two separate Registrants: AWR and GSWC. References in this report to “Registrant” are to AWR and GSWC, collectively, unless otherwise specified. Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform to the 2014 financial statement presentation. The consolidated financial statements of AWR include the accounts of AWR and its subsidiaries, all of which are wholly owned. These financial statements are prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Inter-company transactions and balances have been eliminated in the AWR consolidated financial statements. The consolidated financial statements included herein have been prepared by Registrant, without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The December 31, 2013 condensed consolidated balance sheet data was derived from audited financial statements, but does not include all disclosures required by generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"). The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. In the opinion of management, all adjustments consisting of normal, recurring items and estimates necessary for a fair statement of the results for the interim periods have been made. It is suggested that these consolidated financial statements be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto included in the Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013 filed with the SEC. GSWC's Related Party Transactions: In May 2013, AWR issued an interest bearing promissory note (the "Note") to GSWC for $20.0 million which expires on May 23, 2018. Under the terms of the Note, AWR may borrow from GSWC amounts up to $20.0 million for working capital purposes. AWR agreed to pay any unpaid principal amounts outstanding under the Note, plus accrued interest. As of September 30, 2014, AWR had no amounts outstanding to GSWC under this Note. GSWC and ASUS provide and receive various support services to and from their parent, AWR, and among themselves. GSWC also allocates certain corporate office administrative and general costs to its affiliate, ASUS, using allocation factors approved by the CPUC. During the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, GSWC allocated to ASUS approximately $2.0 million and $1.9 million, respectively, of corporate office administrative and general costs. In addition, AWR has a $100.0 million syndicated credit facility. AWR borrows under this facility and provides funds to its subsidiaries, including GSWC, in support of their operations. The interest rate charged to GSWC and ASUS is sufficient to cover AWR’s interest cost under the credit facility. Amounts owed to GSWC by its parent, AWR, or for allocated expenses are included in inter-company receivables as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013. Notes Payable to Banks: On May 23, 2013, AWR entered into a fourth amendment to its revolving credit agreement to, among other things, extend the expiration date of the syndicated credit facility to May 23, 2018, reduce the amount of interest and fees paid by AWR, and update certain representations and covenants in the credit agreement. The aggregate amount that may be borrowed under this facility is unchanged at $100.0 million. AWR may, under the terms of the fourth amendment, elect to increase the aggregate commitment by up to an additional $50.0 million. As of September 30, 2014, there were no borrowings outstanding under this credit facility. Long-term debt: On July 15, 2014, GSWC redeemed its $5,000,000, 6.87% Medium-Term Notes Series A due 2023, and $10,000,000, 7.00% Medium-Term Notes Series A also due 2023. The notes were redeemed at a price of 100% of the outstanding principal amount of the Notes, plus interest. Sales and Use Taxes: GSWC bills certain sales and use taxes levied by state or local governments to its customers. Included in these sales and use taxes are franchise fees, which GSWC pays to various municipalities (based on ordinances adopted by these municipalities) in order to use public right of way for utility purposes. GSWC bills these franchise fees to its customers based on a CPUC-authorized rate for each rate-making area as applicable. These franchise fees, which are required to be paid regardless of GSWC’s ability to collect from the customer, are accounted for on a gross basis. GSWC’s franchise fees billed to customers and recorded as operating revenue were approximately $1.1 million and $1.0 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, and $2.9 million and $2.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. When GSWC acts as an agent, and the tax is not required to be remitted if it is not collected from the customer, the taxes are accounted for on a net basis. Depending on the state in which the operations are conducted, ASUS and its subsidiaries are also subject to certain state non-income tax assessments generally computed on a “gross receipts” or “gross revenues” basis. These non-income tax assessments are required to be paid regardless of whether the subsidiary is reimbursed by the U.S. government for these assessments under its 50-year contracts. The non-income tax assessments are accounted for on a gross basis and totaled $248,000 and $305,000 during the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, and $554,000 and $636,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements: In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued updated accounting guidance on revenue recognition. The updated guidance includes specific steps required to recognize revenue on contracts with customers. For Registrant, the updated guidance is effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2016. Registrant is currently evaluating the impact of this guidance. In June 2014, the FASB issued updated accounting guidance on share-based compensation. The update includes explicit guidance on how to account for share-based payment awards whereby a performance target could be achieved after an employee completes the requisite service period. For Registrant, the updated guidance is effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2015. Registrant is currently evaluating the impact of this guidance, but does not expect it to have a material impact on its consolidated financial statements. |
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| Regulatory Matters | Regulatory Matters: In accordance with accounting principles for rate-regulated enterprises, Registrant records regulatory assets, which represent probable future recovery of costs from customers through the ratemaking process, and regulatory liabilities, which represent probable future refunds that are to be credited to customers through the ratemaking process. At September 30, 2014, Registrant had approximately $35.5 million of regulatory assets, net of regulatory liabilities, not accruing carrying costs. Of this amount, $14.9 million relates to the underfunding of pension and other post-retirement obligations and $16.2 million relates to deferred income taxes representing accelerated tax benefits flowed through to customers, which will be included in rates concurrently with recognition of the associated future tax expense. The remainder relates to other items that do not provide for or incur carrying costs. Regulatory assets represent costs incurred by GSWC for which it has received or expects to receive rate recovery in the future. In determining the probability of costs being recognized in other periods, GSWC considers regulatory rules and decisions, past practices, and other facts or circumstances that would indicate if recovery is probable. If the CPUC determines that a portion of GSWC’s assets are not recoverable in customer rates, GSWC must determine if it has suffered an asset impairment that would require a write-down in the assets’ valuation. Regulatory assets, less regulatory liabilities, included in the consolidated balance sheets are as follows:
Regulatory matters are discussed in detail in the consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto included in the Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013 filed with the SEC. The discussion below focuses on significant matters and developments since December 31, 2013. Alternative-Revenue Programs: GSWC records the difference between what it bills its water customers and that which is authorized by the CPUC using the Water Revenue Adjustment Mechanism (“WRAM”) and Modified Cost Balancing Account (“MCBA”) accounts approved by the CPUC. GSWC has implemented surcharges to recover all of its WRAM, net of the MCBA balances, as of December 31, 2013. The recovery or refund of the WRAM is netted against the MCBA over- or under-collection for the corresponding rate-making area and is interest bearing at the current 90-day commercial paper rate. Based on CPUC guidelines, recovery periods relating to the majority of GSWC’s WRAM/MCBA balances range between 18 and 24 months. For the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, surcharges of approximately $5.8 million and $9.1 million, respectively, were billed to customers to recover previously incurred under-collections in the WRAM, net of MCBA accounts, and surcharges (net of surcredits) of approximately $12.2 million and $19.8 million were billed to customers during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. As of September 30, 2014, GSWC has a net aggregated regulatory asset of $14.0 million which is comprised of a $13.6 million under-collection in the WRAM accounts and $375,000 under-collection in the MCBA accounts. For BVES, the CPUC approved the Base Revenue Requirement Adjustment Mechanism (“BRRAM”) which adjusts certain revenues to adopted levels. Pending a final decision on the BVES general rate case, the 2013 and 2014 BRRAM balances have been recorded using 2012 adopted levels authorized by the CPUC. As of September 30, 2014, GSWC had a regulatory asset of $10.1 million under-collection in the BRRAM. General Rate Case Memorandum Accounts: The balance in the general rate case memorandum accounts represents the revenue differences between interim rates and final rates authorized by the CPUC due to delays in receiving decisions on various general rate case applications. As of September 30, 2014, there is an aggregate $6.2 million in the general rate case memorandum accounts, $2.1 million of which is for retroactive rate increases effective January 1, 2013 as a result of the final decision issued by the CPUC in May 2013 on GSWC’s water general rate case. Surcharges ranging from 12 to 24 months, with the majority being 12 months, were implemented during the third quarter of 2013 to recover the retroactive adopted revenues related to the May 2013 CPUC decision. Upon expiration of these surcharges, any unrecovered amounts will be addressed in a future rate case or other filing. Other Regulatory Matters: CPUC Approval to Serve New Area: On June 26, 2014, the CPUC approved a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity application granting GSWC approval to provide water utility services to an area to be developed near Sacramento, in Sutter County, California, called Sutter Pointe. The CPUC's decision approved a settlement that was jointly filed by GSWC, Sutter County, the Sutter Pointe Developers, and a coalition of Sutter County residents. With the CPUC's approval, GSWC will create a water service district to supply the Sutter Pointe development with groundwater and surface water from the Sacramento River. The project will involve the construction of underground infrastructure, groundwater wells, a water treatment plant and storage facilities to serve retail, industrial and approximately 17,000 residential customers at final build out. As part of the agreement, GSWC will also request approval from the CPUC to acquire the water system that currently serves the community of Robbins in Sutter County. In August 2014, the CPUC's Office of Ratepayer Advocates ("ORA") filed an application for rehearing on this application. At this time, management cannot predict if a rehearing will be granted or the outcome of any rehearing if granted. CPUC Rehearing Matter: In July 2011, the CPUC issued an order granting the rehearing of certain issues from the Region II, Region III and general office rate case approved in November 2010. Among the issues in the rehearing was the La Serena plant improvement project included in rate base totaling approximately $3.5 million. As a result of the CPUC's November 2010 decision and subsequent settlement discussions held with ORA, GSWC recorded a $2.2 million pretax charge during 2010, and an additional $416,000 during 2012, representing the disallowance of a portion of the La Serena capital costs and the related revenues earned on those capital costs to be refunded to customers. In March 2013, GSWC and ORA reached a settlement agreement, which was approved by the CPUC in September 2014, resolving all issues arising from the rehearing. As a result of the CPUC approval of the settlement agreement, GSWC does not believe any further disallowances of the La Serena plant improvement project will be required. Procurement Audits: In December 2011, the CPUC issued a final decision on its investigation of certain work orders and charges paid to a specific contractor used previously for numerous construction projects. As part of the CPUC decision, GSWC agreed to be subject to three separate independent audits of its procurement practices over a period of ten years from the date the settlement was approved by the CPUC. The audits will cover GSWC’s procurement practices related to contracts with other contractors from 1994 forward and could result in disallowances of costs. The cost of the audits will be borne by shareholders and may not be recovered by GSWC in rates to customers. The first audit is currently underway and an audit report has not been issued. GSWC anticipates that a draft audit report will be issued during the first quarter of 2015. At this time, management cannot predict the outcome of these audits or estimate a loss or range of loss, if any, resulting from these audits. BVES General Rate Case: In February 2012, BVES filed its general rate case (“GRC”) for new rates in years 2013 through 2016. On May 7, 2014, GSWC filed a settlement agreement with the CPUC covering all matters in the pending electric rate case which has been approved by all parties. In September 2014, the CPUC issued a proposed decision, adopting the settlement agreement. A final decision from the CPUC is expected in the fourth quarter of 2014. Management does not expect that this settlement, once approved by the CPUC, will have a significant impact on GSWC's financial statements. Pending a final decision on the BVES rate case, electric revenues have been recorded using 2012 adopted levels authorized by the CPUC. |
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| Earnings per Share/Capital Stock | Earnings per Share/Capital Stock: In accordance with the accounting guidance for participating securities and earnings per share (“EPS”), Registrant uses the “two-class” method of computing EPS. The “two-class” method is an earnings allocation formula that determines EPS for each class of common stock and participating security. AWR has participating securities related to its stock-based awards that earn dividend equivalents on an equal basis with AWR’s Common Shares (the “Common Shares”). In applying the “two-class” method, undistributed earnings are allocated to both common shares and participating securities. The following is a reconciliation of Registrant’s net income and weighted average Common Shares outstanding used for calculating basic net income per share:
Diluted EPS is based upon the weighted average number of Common Shares, including both outstanding shares and shares potentially issuable in connection with stock options and restricted stock units granted under Registrant’s 2000 and 2008 Stock Incentive Plans and the 2003 Non-Employee Directors Plan, and net income. At September 30, 2014 and 2013, there were 235,584 and 273,740 options outstanding, respectively, under these Plans. At September 30, 2014 and 2013, there were also 224,543 and 236,891 restricted stock units outstanding, respectively, under these plans and the 2013 Non-Employee Directors Plan. The following is a reconciliation of Registrant’s net income and weighted average Common Shares outstanding for calculating diluted net income per share:
(1) In applying the treasury stock method of reflecting the dilutive effect of outstanding stock-based compensation in the calculation of diluted EPS, 235,584 and 273,740 stock options at September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, were deemed to be outstanding in accordance with accounting guidance on earnings per share. All of the 224,543 and 236,891 restricted stock units at September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, were included in the calculation of diluted EPS for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013. No stock options outstanding at September 30, 2014 had an exercise price greater than the average market price of AWR’s Common Shares for the nine months ended September 30, 2014. There were no stock options outstanding at September 30, 2014 or 2013 that were anti-dilutive. During the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, Registrant issued 95,331 and 236,528 common shares, for approximately $370,000 and $1,948,000, respectively, under Registrant’s Common Share Purchase and Dividend Reinvestment Plan (“DRP”), the 401(k) Plan, the 2000 and 2008 Stock Incentive Plans, and the 2003 and 2013 Non-Employee Directors Stock Plans. In addition, Registrant purchased 566,258 and 553,067 Common Shares on the open market during the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, under Registrant’s 401(k) Plan and the DRP. On March 27, 2014, AWR's Board of Directors approved a stock repurchase program, authorizing AWR to repurchase up to 1.25 million shares of its Common Shares from time to time through June 30, 2016. Pursuant to this program, Registrant repurchased 231,298 Common Shares on the open market during the nine months ended September 30, 2014. During the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, AWR paid quarterly dividends of approximately $8.2 million, or $0.213 per share, and $7.8 million, or $0.2025 per share, respectively. During the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013 AWR paid quarterly dividends to shareholders of approximately $23.9 million, or $0.6180 per share, and $21.5 million, or $0.5575 per share, respectively. On October 28, 2014, AWR's Board of Directors approved a fourth quarter dividend of $0.2130 per share on the Common Shares of AWR. Dividends on the Common Shares will be payable on December 1, 2014 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 14, 2014. |
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| Fair Value of Financial Instruments | Fair Value of Financial Instruments: For cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and short-term debt, the carrying amount is assumed to approximate fair value due to the short-term nature of the amounts. Investments held in a Rabbi Trust for the supplemental executive retirement plan are measured at fair value and totaled $8.7 million as of September 30, 2014. All equity investments in the Rabbi Trust are Level 1 investments in mutual funds. The investments held in the Rabbi Trust are included in Other Property and Investments on Registrant's balance sheets. The accounting guidance for fair value measurements applies to all financial assets and financial liabilities that are being measured and reported on a fair value basis. Under the accounting guidance, GSWC makes fair value measurements that are classified and disclosed in one of the following three categories: Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for identical, unrestricted assets or liabilities; Level 2: Quoted prices in markets that are not active or inputs which are observable, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the asset or liability; or Level 3: Prices or valuation techniques that require inputs that are both significant to the fair value measurement and unobservable (i.e., supported by little or no market activity). The table below estimates the fair value of long-term debt held by GSWC. The fair values as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013 have been determined using rates for similar financial instruments of the same duration utilizing level 2 methods and assumptions. The interest rates used for the September 30, 2014 valuation decreased as compared to December 31, 2013, increasing the fair value of long-term debt as of September 30, 2014. Changes in the assumptions will produce differing results.
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| Income Taxes | Income Taxes: As a regulated utility, GSWC treats certain temporary differences as flow-through adjustments in computing its income tax provision consistent with the income tax approach approved by the CPUC for ratemaking purposes. Flow-through adjustments increase or decrease tax expense in one period, with an offsetting decrease or increase occurring in another period. Giving effect to these temporary differences as flow-through adjustments typically results in a greater variance between the effective tax rate (“ETR”) and the statutory federal income tax rate in any given period than would otherwise exist if GSWC were not required to account for its income taxes as a regulated enterprise. The GSWC ETR was 40.7% and 38.2% for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, and 40.5% and 40.1% for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. The GSWC ETRs deviated from the statutory rate primarily due to state taxes and differences between book and taxable income that are treated as flow-through adjustments in accordance with regulatory requirements (primarily related to plant, rate-case and compensation items), as well as permanent items. Changes in Tax Law: In September 2013, the U.S. Treasury Department issued final regulations related to the tax treatment of tangible property, including guidance on expensing certain repair and maintenance expenditures. The regulations are effective for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2014. Registrant’s current tax treatment of tangible property continues to be permitted; however, Registrant is evaluating its water-pipeline tax repair-cost method, as well as other tax-method changes pursuant to these regulations. If Registrant adopts new methods, the impact to total income tax expense and the effective tax rate is not expected to be significant. In January 2013, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 extended 50% bonus depreciation for qualifying property through 2013. Although this change in law reduced AWR’s current taxes payable, it did not reduce its total income tax expense or ETR. |
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During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014, Registrant contributed $8.2 million to the pension plan. Regulatory Adjustment: In May 2013, the CPUC issued a final decision that authorized GSWC to utilize a two-way balancing account for its water regions and the general office to track differences between the forecasted annual pension expenses adopted in rates and the actual annual expense recorded by GSWC in accordance with the accounting guidance for pension costs. As of September 30, 2014, GSWC has a $3.2 million under-collection in the two-way pension balancing account included as part of the pension regulatory asset (Note 2). Affordable Care Act: In 2010, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("Affordable Care Act") was passed and was to become effective in 2014. In July 2013, compliance with the employer mandate and certain reporting requirements under the Affordable Care Act were delayed until 2015. Registrant’s health care plan meets the current requirements of the Affordable Care Act for the majority of its employees. Registrant continues to assess the impact of the Affordable Care Act on its health care benefit costs, but does not expect it to have a material impact in the near future on Registrant's consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows. |
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| Contingencies | Contingencies: Condemnation of Properties: The laws of the State of California provide for the acquisition of public utility property by governmental agencies through their power of eminent domain, also known as condemnation, where doing so is necessary and in the public interest. In addition, these laws provide: (i) that the owner of utility property may contest whether the condemnation is actually necessary and in the public interest, and (ii) that the owner is entitled to receive the fair market value of its property if the property is ultimately taken. Claremont System: The City of Claremont ("Claremont" or "the City") located in GSWC’s Region III, has expressed various concerns to GSWC about rates charged by GSWC and the effectiveness of the CPUC’s rate-setting procedures. In November 2012 and again in September 2013, Claremont made offers to acquire GSWC’s water system servicing Claremont. GSWC rejected both offers and informed the City that the system is not for sale. Claremont continues to express a desire to potentially take the system by eminent domain. On July 31, 2014, the City passed a resolution calling for a special election to be held November 4, 2014 for the purpose of authorizing the issuance of $135.0 million in water revenue bonds by the City to finance the acquisition of the system. GSWC serves approximately 11,000 customers in Claremont. Ojai System: In April 2011, an organization called Ojai FLOW ("Friends of Locally Owned Water") started a local campaign for the Casitas Municipal Water District ("CMWD") to purchase GSWC’s Ojai water system. In March 2013, CMWD passed resolutions authorizing the establishment of a Community Facilities District, an entity authorized pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities District Act of 1982 ("Mello-Roos Act") and the issuance of bonds to finance the potential acquisition of GSWC’s Ojai system by eminent domain. In August 2013, Ojai residents approved the levying of a special tax to satisfy the planned bond obligations. GSWC filed a petition in the Superior Court, Ventura County, which, among other things, challenged the legality of CMWD’s effort to utilize the Mello-Roos Act to acquire property by eminent domain and to fund legal and expert costs of the planned condemnation. Ojai FLOW members filed a motion with the Superior Court asking that all residents of GSWC’s Ojai service area be certified as class defendants in GSWC's pending action. They contend that the class would later be entitled to sue GSWC for damages if GSWC's challenge is denied. Without deciding whether such a lawsuit would be permitted, the Court granted the motion for class certification. On March 13, 2014, the Court denied GSWC's petition. On April 9, 2014, GSWC filed a Notice of Appeal. GSWC is unable to predict the outcome of the appeal at this time. GSWC serves approximately 3,000 customers in Ojai. Apple Valley System: In recent years the Town of Apple Valley has considered a potential condemnation of the water systems serving its area, including GSWC's Apple Valley system. In August 2014, Apple Valley's Town Council issued a request for proposal for an updated feasibility study on the potential acquisition of the water systems. GSWC serves approximately 2,900 customers in the Town of Apple Valley. Artesia System: On October 13, 2014, the City of Artesia's City Council approved a request for a feasibility study on the potential acquisition of GSWC's water system in Artesia. GSWC serves approximately 3,300 customers in Artesia. Environmental Clean-Up and Remediation: GSWC has been involved in environmental remediation and clean-up at a plant site ("Chadron Plant") that contained an underground storage tank which was used to store gasoline for its vehicles. This tank was removed from the ground in July 1990 along with the dispenser and ancillary piping. Since then, GSWC has been involved in various remediation activities at this site. Recent analysis indicates that offsite monitoring wells may also be necessary to document effectiveness of remediation. As of September 30, 2014, the total spent to clean-up and remediate GSWC’s plant facility was approximately $4.3 million, of which $1.5 million has been paid by the State of California Underground Storage Tank Fund. Amounts paid by GSWC have been included in rate base and approved by the CPUC for recovery. As of September 30, 2014, GSWC has a regulatory asset and an accrued liability for the estimated additional cost of $1.4 million to complete the clean-up at the site. The estimate includes costs for two years of continued activities of groundwater cleanup and monitoring, future soil treatment and site closure related activities. The ultimate cost may vary as there are many unknowns in remediation of underground gasoline spills and this is an estimate based on currently available information. Management also believes it is probable that the estimated additional costs will be approved in rate base by the CPUC. Other Litigation: Registrant is also subject to other ordinary routine litigation incidental to its business. Management believes that rate recovery, proper insurance coverage and reserves are in place to insure against property, general liability and workers’ compensation claims incurred in the ordinary course of business. Registrant is unable to predict an estimate of the loss, if any, resulting from any pending suits or administrative proceedings. |
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| Business Segments | Business Segments: AWR has three reportable segments, water, electric and contracted services, whereas GSWC has two segments, water and electric. AWR has no material assets other than cash and its investments in its subsidiaries on a stand-alone basis. All activities of GSWC are geographically located within California. Activities of ASUS and its subsidiaries are conducted in California, Georgia, Maryland, New Mexico, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas and Virginia. Each of ASUS’s wholly-owned subsidiaries is regulated by the state in which the subsidiary primarily conducts water and/or wastewater operations. Fees charged for operations and maintenance and renewal and replacement services are based upon the terms of the contracts with the U.S. government which have been filed with the regulatory commissions in the states in which ASUS’s subsidiaries are incorporated. The tables below set forth information relating to GSWC’s operating segments, ASUS and its subsidiaries and other matters. Total assets by segment are not presented below, as certain of Registrant’s assets are not tracked by segment. The utility plant amounts are net of respective accumulated provisions for depreciation. Capital additions reflect capital expenditures paid in cash and exclude property installed by developers and conveyed to GSWC.
(1) Depreciation expense computed on GSWC’s transportation equipment of $201,000 and $214,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, and $698,000 and $682,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, is recorded in administrative and general expenses. The following table reconciles total utility plant (a key figure for rate-making) to total consolidated assets (in thousands):
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| Military Privatization | Military Privatization: The 50-year contracts with the U.S. government to operate, maintain and perform construction activities on the water and/or wastewater systems at various military bases are subject to periodic price redeterminations and modifications for changes in circumstances. ASUS has experienced delays in redetermining prices as required by the terms of these contracts. As a result, price redeterminations, when finally approved, can be retrospective and prospective. In September 2014, the U.S. government approved price redeterminations related to the operations at Fort Bragg, Fort Jackson and Andrews Air Force Base. ASUS received contract modifications from the U.S. government for these price redeterminations, which included retroactive operation and maintenance management fees and retroactive renewal and replacement fees for prior periods. Revenues from operation and maintenance management fees are recognized when services are rendered. Accordingly, ASUS recorded approximately $2.6 million of retroactive revenues and pretax operating income in connection with these contract modifications during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014. In addition, approximately $6.0 million related to renewal and replacement funds was also recorded in "billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted contracts", which will be recognized in construction revenues (along with the related construction costs) when the work is performed. Unbilled receivables for ASUS represent completed construction revenues and operation and maintenance management fees earned but not yet billed, and also renewal and replacement fees due from the U.S. government but not yet billed. |
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| Nature of Operations | Nature of Operations: American States Water Company (“AWR”) is the parent company of Golden State Water Company (“GSWC”) and American States Utility Services, Inc. (“ASUS”) (and its subsidiaries, Fort Bliss Water Services Company (“FBWS”), Terrapin Utility Services, Inc. (“TUS”), Old Dominion Utility Services, Inc. (“ODUS”), Palmetto State Utility Services, Inc. (“PSUS”) and Old North Utility Services, Inc. (“ONUS”)). The subsidiaries of ASUS may be collectively referred to herein as the “Military Utility Privatization Subsidiaries.” GSWC is a public utility engaged principally in the purchase, production, distribution and sale of water in California serving approximately 257,000 customers. GSWC also distributes electricity in several San Bernardino County mountain communities in California serving approximately 24,000 customers through its Bear Valley Electric Service (“BVES”) division. Although Registrant has a diversified base of residential, industrial and other customers, revenues derived from commercial and residential water customers accounted for approximately 90% of total water revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013. The California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”) regulates GSWC’s water and electric businesses, in matters including properties, rates, services, facilities and other matters, and transactions by GSWC with its affiliates. AWR’s assets and operating income are primarily those of GSWC. ASUS, through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, operates, maintains and performs construction activities (including renewal and replacement capital work) on water and/or wastewater systems at various United States military bases pursuant to 50-year firm fixed-price contracts. These contracts are subject to periodic price redeterminations and modifications for changes in circumstances and changes in laws and regulations. There is no direct regulatory oversight by the CPUC over AWR or the operation, rates or services provided by ASUS or any of its wholly owned subsidiaries. Basis of Presentation: The consolidated financial statements and notes thereto are being presented in a combined report being filed by two separate Registrants: AWR and GSWC. References in this report to “Registrant” are to AWR and GSWC, collectively, unless otherwise specified. Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform to the 2014 financial statement presentation. The consolidated financial statements of AWR include the accounts of AWR and its subsidiaries, all of which are wholly owned. These financial statements are prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Inter-company transactions and balances have been eliminated in the AWR consolidated financial statements. The consolidated financial statements included herein have been prepared by Registrant, without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The December 31, 2013 condensed consolidated balance sheet data was derived from audited financial statements, but does not include all disclosures required by generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP"). The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. In the opinion of management, all adjustments consisting of normal, recurring items and estimates necessary for a fair statement of the results for the interim periods have been made. It is suggested that these consolidated financial statements be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto included in the Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013 filed with the SEC. |
| GSWC's Related Party Transactions | GSWC's Related Party Transactions: In May 2013, AWR issued an interest bearing promissory note (the "Note") to GSWC for $20.0 million which expires on May 23, 2018. Under the terms of the Note, AWR may borrow from GSWC amounts up to $20.0 million for working capital purposes. AWR agreed to pay any unpaid principal amounts outstanding under the Note, plus accrued interest. As of September 30, 2014, AWR had no amounts outstanding to GSWC under this Note. GSWC and ASUS provide and receive various support services to and from their parent, AWR, and among themselves. GSWC also allocates certain corporate office administrative and general costs to its affiliate, ASUS, using allocation factors approved by the CPUC. During the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, GSWC allocated to ASUS approximately $2.0 million and $1.9 million, respectively, of corporate office administrative and general costs. In addition, AWR has a $100.0 million syndicated credit facility. AWR borrows under this facility and provides funds to its subsidiaries, including GSWC, in support of their operations. The interest rate charged to GSWC and ASUS is sufficient to cover AWR’s interest cost under the credit facility. Amounts owed to GSWC by its parent, AWR, or for allocated expenses are included in inter-company receivables as of September 30, 2014 and December 31, 2013. |
| Sales and Use Taxes | Sales and Use Taxes: GSWC bills certain sales and use taxes levied by state or local governments to its customers. Included in these sales and use taxes are franchise fees, which GSWC pays to various municipalities (based on ordinances adopted by these municipalities) in order to use public right of way for utility purposes. GSWC bills these franchise fees to its customers based on a CPUC-authorized rate for each rate-making area as applicable. These franchise fees, which are required to be paid regardless of GSWC’s ability to collect from the customer, are accounted for on a gross basis. GSWC’s franchise fees billed to customers and recorded as operating revenue were approximately $1.1 million and $1.0 million for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, and $2.9 million and $2.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively. When GSWC acts as an agent, and the tax is not required to be remitted if it is not collected from the customer, the taxes are accounted for on a net basis. Depending on the state in which the operations are conducted, ASUS and its subsidiaries are also subject to certain state non-income tax assessments generally computed on a “gross receipts” or “gross revenues” basis. These non-income tax assessments are required to be paid regardless of whether the subsidiary is reimbursed by the U.S. government for these assessments under its 50-year contracts. |
| Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements | In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued updated accounting guidance on revenue recognition. The updated guidance includes specific steps required to recognize revenue on contracts with customers. For Registrant, the updated guidance is effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2016. Registrant is currently evaluating the impact of this guidance. In June 2014, the FASB issued updated accounting guidance on share-based compensation. The update includes explicit guidance on how to account for share-based payment awards whereby a performance target could be achieved after an employee completes the requisite service period. For Registrant, the updated guidance is effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2015. Registrant is currently evaluating the impact of this guidance, but does not expect it to have a material impact on its consolidated financial statements. |
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| Schedule of reconciliation of Registrant's net income and weighted average Common Shares outstanding for calculating diluted net income per share | The following is a reconciliation of Registrant’s net income and weighted average Common Shares outstanding for calculating diluted net income per share:
(1) In applying the treasury stock method of reflecting the dilutive effect of outstanding stock-based compensation in the calculation of diluted EPS, 235,584 and 273,740 stock options at September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, were deemed to be outstanding in accordance with accounting guidance on earnings per share. All of the 224,543 and 236,891 restricted stock units at September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, were included in the calculation of diluted EPS for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013. |
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| Schedule of reporting segments information | The tables below set forth information relating to GSWC’s operating segments, ASUS and its subsidiaries and other matters. Total assets by segment are not presented below, as certain of Registrant’s assets are not tracked by segment. The utility plant amounts are net of respective accumulated provisions for depreciation. Capital additions reflect capital expenditures paid in cash and exclude property installed by developers and conveyed to GSWC.
(1) Depreciation expense computed on GSWC’s transportation equipment of $201,000 and $214,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, and $698,000 and $682,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2014 and 2013, respectively, is recorded in administrative and general expenses. |
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| Schedule of reconciliation of total utility plant (a key figure for rate-making) to total consolidated assets | The following table reconciles total utility plant (a key figure for rate-making) to total consolidated assets (in thousands):
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Tabular disclosure of reconciliation of total utility plant (a key figure for rate-making) to total consolidated assets. No definition available.
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Tabular disclosure of the profit or loss and total assets for each reportable segment. An entity discloses certain information on each reportable segment if the amounts (a) are included in the measure of segment profit or loss reviewed by the chief operating decision maker or (b) are otherwise regularly provided to the chief operating decision maker, even if not included in that measure of segment profit or loss. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies: (Details) (USD $)
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3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 0 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||||||||||||||
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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Sep. 30, 2014
registrant
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Sep. 30, 2013
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May 31, 2013
AWR
Promissory Note
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Sep. 30, 2014
AWR
Syndicated Credit Facility
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Sep. 30, 2014
GSWC
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Sep. 30, 2013
GSWC
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Sep. 30, 2014
GSWC
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Sep. 30, 2013
GSWC
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Sep. 30, 2014
GSWC
Purchase, production, distribution and sale of water
customer
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Sep. 30, 2014
GSWC
Electricity distribution
customer
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Sep. 30, 2014
ASUS
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Sep. 30, 2013
ASUS
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Sep. 30, 2014
ASUS
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Sep. 30, 2013
ASUS
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Sep. 30, 2014
ASUS
Contracts
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May 23, 2013
Fourth Amendment to Revolving Credit Agreement
AWR
Syndicated Credit Facility
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Jul. 15, 2014
6.87% Medium-Term Notes Series A
GSWC
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Jul. 15, 2014
7.00% Medium-Term Notes Series A
GSWC
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Jul. 15, 2014
Medium-term Notes [Member]
GSWC
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Sep. 30, 2014
Sales
GSWC
Purchase, production, distribution and sale of water
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| Nature of Operations: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Number of customers served | 257,000 | 24,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Percentage of total revenue | 90.00% | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Period of fixed price contracts to operate and maintain the water and/or wastewater systems at various military bases | 50 years | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Basis of Presentation: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Number of registrants filing combined report | 2 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Related Party Transactions | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Debt instrument, face amount | $ 20,000,000.0 | $ 5,000,000 | $ 10,000,000 | |||||||||||||||||||
| Debt instrument, maximum borrowing capacity | 20,000,000.0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Maximum borrowing capacity on line of credit | 100,000,000 | 100,000,000.0 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Long term debt | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Rate of interest | 6.87% | 7.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Debt instrument, face amount | 20,000,000.0 | 5,000,000 | 10,000,000 | |||||||||||||||||||
| Repurchase amount | 100.00% | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Notes Payable to Banks: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Maximum borrowing capacity on line of credit | 100,000,000 | 100,000,000.0 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Maximum borrowing capacity on line of credit, potential election to increase | 50,000,000.0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Sales and Use Taxes: | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Franchise fees billed to customers and recorded as operating revenue | 1,074,000 | 1,000,000 | 2,900,000 | 2,800,000 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Period of fixed price contracts to operate and maintain the water and/or wastewater systems at various military bases | 50 years | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Non-income tax assessments accounted on a gross basis | 4,359,000 | 4,108,000 | 12,649,000 | 12,004,000 | 3,879,000 | 3,572,000 | 11,305,000 | 10,663,000 | 248,000 | 305,000 | 554,000 | 636,000 | ||||||||||
| Related Party Transaction, Amounts of Transaction | $ 2,000,000 | $ 1,900,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Represents the number of customers who are served by the entity. No definition available.
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Represents the number of registrants filing combined report during the period. No definition available.
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Represents the period of fixed price contracts to operate and maintain the water and/or wastewater systems at various military bases. No definition available.
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For an entity that discloses a concentration risk in relation to quantitative amount, which serves as the "benchmark" (or denominator) in the equation, this concept represents the concentration percentage derived from the division. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Cost associated with reimbursable income. This occurs when a services entity incurs expenses on behalf of the client and passes through the cost of reimbursable expenses to a client. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Face (par) amount of debt instrument at time of issuance. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Contractual interest rate for funds borrowed, under the debt agreement. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Percentage of principal amount of debt redeemed. No definition available.
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Maximum borrowing capacity under the credit facility without consideration of any current restrictions on the amount that could be borrowed or the amounts currently outstanding under the facility. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of transactions with related party during the financial reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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All taxes not related to income of the entity or excise or sales taxes levied on the revenue of the entity that are not reported elsewhere. These taxes could include production, real estate, personal property, and pump tax. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Regulatory Matters: (Details) (USD $)
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Dec. 31, 2013
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory asset not accruing carrying costs | $ 35,500,000 | |
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Pension and other post-retirement obligations
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory asset not accruing carrying costs | 14,900,000 | |
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Flow-through taxes, net
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory asset not accruing carrying costs | 16,200,000 | |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | 103,616,000 | 122,681,000 |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY | Water Revenue Adjustment Mechanism, net of Modified Cost Balancing Account
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | 13,987,000 | 16,345,000 |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY | Base Revenue Requirement Adjustment Mechanism
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | 10,100,000 | 8,725,000 |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY | Costs deferred for future recovery on Aerojet case
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | 13,906,000 | 14,763,000 |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY | Pension and other post-retirement obligations
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | 18,142,000 | 20,241,000 |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY | Flow-through taxes, net
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | 16,203,000 | 16,189,000 |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY | Low income rate assistance balancing accounts
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | 9,218,000 | 9,979,000 |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY | General rate case memorandum accounts
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | 6,171,000 | 15,645,000 |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY | Other regulatory assets
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | 18,216,000 | 25,086,000 |
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Various refunds to customers | GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
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| Regulatory matters: | ||
| Regulatory assets | $ (2,348,000) | $ (4,292,000) |
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Represents the regulatory asset not accruing carrying costs as of the balance sheet date. No definition available.
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The net amount of all regulatory assets less all regulatory liabilities as of the end of the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Regulatory Matters: Alternative-Revenue Programs (Details) (GSWC, USD $)
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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Dec. 31, 2013
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| Regulatory matters: | |||||
| Under (over) collection | $ 103,616,000 | $ 103,616,000 | $ 122,681,000 | ||
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WRAM, net of MCBA
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| Regulatory matters: | |||||
| Commercial paper, term | 90 days | ||||
| Amount billed to customers as surcharges | 5,800,000 | 9,100,000 | 12,200,000 | 19,800,000 | |
| Under (over) collection | 13,987,000 | 13,987,000 | 16,345,000 | ||
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WRAM, net of MCBA | Minimum
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| Regulatory matters: | |||||
| Regulatory asset recovery periods | 18 months | ||||
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WRAM, net of MCBA | Maximum
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| Regulatory matters: | |||||
| Regulatory asset recovery periods | 24 months | ||||
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WRAM
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| Regulatory matters: | |||||
| Under (over) collection | 13,600,000 | 13,600,000 | |||
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Modified Cost Balancing Account
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| Regulatory matters: | |||||
| Under (over) collection | 400,000 | 400,000 | |||
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Base revenue requirement adjustment mechanism
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| Regulatory matters: | |||||
| Under (over) collection | $ 10,100,000 | $ 10,100,000 | $ 8,725,000 | ||
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Represents the term associated with a fixed-term security. No definition available.
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Represents amount billed to customers as surcharges. No definition available.
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Represents the recovery periods of the surcharge billed to the customers. No definition available.
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The net amount of all regulatory assets less all regulatory liabilities as of the end of the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Regulatory Matters: General Rate Case Memorandum Accounts and Other Regulatory Assets (Details) (USD $)
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Sep. 30, 2014
customer
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2014
GSWC
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Dec. 31, 2013
GSWC
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Sep. 30, 2014
GSWC
General rate case memorandum accounts
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Dec. 31, 2013
GSWC
General rate case memorandum accounts
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Sep. 30, 2014
GSWC
Other regulatory assets, net
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Dec. 31, 2013
GSWC
Other regulatory assets, net
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Sep. 30, 2013
Minimum
GSWC
General rate case memorandum accounts
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Sep. 30, 2013
Maximum
GSWC
General rate case memorandum accounts
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Sep. 30, 2013
Majority
GSWC
General rate case memorandum accounts
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| Regulatory matters: | |||||||||||
| Regulatory assets | $ 103,616,000 | $ 122,681,000 | $ 6,171,000 | $ 15,645,000 | $ 18,216,000 | $ 25,086,000 | |||||
| Net regulatory assets increase (decrease) due to settlement of rate case | $ 2,100,000 | ||||||||||
| Regulatory asset recovery periods | 12 months | 24 months | 12 months | ||||||||
| Number of Customers in new service territory | 17,000 | ||||||||||
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Represents the amount of increase or decrease to net regulatory assets due to settlement of rate case during the period. No definition available.
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No authoritative reference available. No definition available.
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Represents the recovery periods of the surcharge billed to the customers. No definition available.
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The net amount of all regulatory assets less all regulatory liabilities as of the end of the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Regulatory Matters: CPUC Rehearing Matter and Procurement Audits (Details) (USD $)
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1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | |
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Dec. 31, 2011
Audit
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Dec. 31, 2012
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Dec. 31, 2010
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Jul. 31, 2011
GSWC
La Serena Plant Improvement Project
CPUC Rehearing Matter
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| Regulatory matters: | ||||
| Costs included in rehearing matter | $ 3,500,000 | |||
| Disallowed costs and related refunds | $ 416,000 | $ 2,200,000 | ||
| Separate independent audits | 3 | |||
| Separate independent audits, period of years after settlement date | 10 years | |||
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Represents the disallowed costs and related refunds. No definition available.
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Represents the number of separate independent audits of procurement practices agreed as a part of the settlement agreement. No definition available.
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Number of Years of Separate Independent Audits of Procurement Practices Agreed under Settlement Agreement No definition available.
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The cash outflow for acquisition of or capital improvements to properties held for investment (operating, managed, leased) or for use. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Regulatory Matters: BVES General Rate Case and Renewables Portfolio Standard (Details) (GSWC, USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended | ||
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Dec. 31, 2013
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Sep. 30, 2014
BVES General Rate Case
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| Regulatory matters: | |||
| Net regulatory assets | $ 103,616 | $ 122,681 | |
| Portion of deferred rate case costs required to be written off, if DRA prevails | 50.00% | ||
| Percentage of deferred rate case cost to be borne by shareholders | 50.00% |
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Represents the portion of deferred rate case cost borne by shareholders. No definition available.
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Represents the portion of deferred rate case costs required to be written off, if DRA prevails. No definition available.
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The net amount of all regulatory assets less all regulatory liabilities as of the end of the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Earnings per Share/Capital Stock: (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified |
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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| Net income | $ 21,171 | $ 20,839 | $ 47,546 | $ 50,906 | ||||||
| Less: Distributed earnings to common shareholders | 8,244 | 7,836 | 23,944 | 21,527 | ||||||
| Less: Distributed earnings to participating securities | 48 | 48 | 133 | 123 | ||||||
| Undistributed earnings | 12,879 | 12,955 | 23,469 | 29,256 | ||||||
| Undistributed earnings allocated to common shareholders | 12,805 | 12,877 | 23,340 | 29,089 | ||||||
| Undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities | 74 | 78 | 129 | 167 | ||||||
| Total income available to common shareholders, basic | 21,049 | 20,713 | 47,284 | 50,616 | ||||||
| Weighted average Common Shares outstanding, basic (in shares) | 38,704 | 38,696 | 38,744 | 38,613 | ||||||
| Basic earnings per Common Share (in dollars per share) | $ 0.54 | $ 0.54 | $ 1.22 | $ 1.31 | ||||||
| Diluted | ||||||||||
| Total income available to common shareholders, basic | 21,049 | 20,713 | 47,284 | 50,616 | ||||||
| Undistributed earnings for dilutive stock options | 74 | 78 | 129 | 167 | ||||||
| Total common shareholders earnings, diluted | $ 21,123 | $ 20,791 | $ 47,413 | $ 50,783 | ||||||
| Weighted average Common Shares outstanding, basic (in shares) | 38,704 | 38,696 | 38,744 | 38,613 | ||||||
| Stock-based compensation (in shares) | 226 | [1] | 227 | [1] | 219 | [1] | 222 | [1] | ||
| Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted (in shares) | 38,930 | 38,923 | 38,963 | 38,835 | ||||||
| Diluted earnings per Common Share (in dollars per share) | $ 0.54 | $ 0.53 | $ 1.22 | $ 1.31 | ||||||
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Represents the earnings allocated (not distributed) to common stock under the two-class method to the extent that common shareholders may share in earnings as if all of the earnings for the period had been distributed. No definition available.
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The aggregate cash, stock, and paid-in-kind dividends declared for common shareholders during the period calculated on a weighted average basis. No definition available.
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Amount of increase (decrease) to net income used for calculating diluted earnings per share (EPS), resulting from the assumed exercise of stock options or restrictive stock units (RSUs). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period per each share of common stock or unit outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of net income (loss) for the period available to each share of common stock or common unit outstanding during the reporting period and to each share or unit that would have been outstanding assuming the issuance of common shares or units for all dilutive potential common shares or units outstanding during the reporting period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Additional shares included in the calculation of diluted EPS as a result of the potentially dilutive effect of share based payment arrangements using the treasury stock method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The portion of profit or loss for the period, net of income taxes, which is attributable to the parent. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Net income after adjustments for dividends on preferred stock (declared in the period) and/or cumulative preferred stock (accumulated for the period). Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Net Income or Loss Available to Common Stockholders plus adjustments resulting from the assumption that dilutive convertible securities were converted, options or warrants were exercised, or that other shares were issued upon the satisfaction of certain conditions. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The aggregate value of preferred stock dividends and other adjustments necessary to derive net income apportioned to common stockholders. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The earnings that is allocated to common stock and participating securities to the extent that each security may share in earnings as if all of the earnings for the period had been distributed. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of undistributed earnings (loss) allocated to participating securities for the basic earnings (loss) per share or per unit calculation under the two-class method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The average number of shares or units issued and outstanding that are used in calculating diluted EPS or earnings per unit (EPU), determined based on the timing of issuance of shares or units in the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of [basic] shares or units, after adjustment for contingently issuable shares or units and other shares or units not deemed outstanding, determined by relating the portion of time within a reporting period that common shares or units have been outstanding to the total time in that period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Share Based Compensation Arrangement by Share Based Payment Award, Options Outstanding Not Included in Calculation of Diluted Earnings Per Share, Number No definition available.
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Securities (including those issuable pursuant to contingent stock agreements) that could potentially dilute basic earnings per share (EPS) or earnings per unit (EPU) in the future that were not included in the computation of diluted EPS or EPU because to do so would increase EPS or EPU amounts or decrease loss per share or unit amounts for the period presented. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate dividends paid during the period for each share of common stock outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Aggregate dividends declared during the period for each share of common stock outstanding. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Cash outflow in the form of capital distributions and dividends to common shareholders, preferred shareholders and noncontrolling interests. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The number of non-vested equity-based payment instruments, excluding stock (or unit) options, that validly exist and are outstanding as of the balance sheet date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of options outstanding, including both vested and non-vested options. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of new stock issued during the period. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Equity impact of the value of new stock issued during the period. Includes shares issued in an initial public offering or a secondary public offering. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Number of shares that have been repurchased during the period and have not been retired and are not held in treasury. Some state laws may govern the circumstances under which an entity may acquire its own stock and prescribe the accounting treatment therefore. This element is used when state law does not recognize treasury stock. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The number of shares authorized to be repurchased by an entity's Board of Directors under a stock repurchase plan. No definition available.
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Fair Value of Financial Instruments: (Details) (USD $)
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Dec. 31, 2013
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GSWC | Carrying Amount
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| Financial liabilities: | ||
| Long-term debt-GSWC | $ 317,099,000 | $ 332,377,000 |
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GSWC | Total
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| Financial liabilities: | ||
| Long-term debt-GSWC | 419,881,000 | 412,590,000 |
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Mutual Funds | Level 1
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| Fair value of financial instruments | ||
| Investments | $ 8,700,000 |
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Fair value portion of investment securities, including, but not limited to, marketable securities, derivative financial instruments, and investments accounted for under the equity method. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The fair value amount of long-term debt whether such amount is presented as a separate caption or as a parenthetical disclosure. Additionally, this element may be used in connection with the fair value disclosures required in the footnote disclosures to the financial statements. The element may be used in both the balance sheet and disclosure in the same submission. No definition available.
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Income Taxes: (Details) (GSWC)
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3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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GSWC
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| Effective income tax rate | ||||
| ETRs (as a percent) | 40.70% | 38.20% | 40.50% | 40.10% |
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Percentage of current income tax expense (benefit) and deferred income tax expense (benefit) pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The total amount of net periodic benefit cost for defined benefit plans during the period, before allocation to overhead pool. No definition available.
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The amount of gains or losses recognized in net periodic benefit cost. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of the prior service cost or credit recognized in net periodic benefit cost relating to benefit changes attributable to plan participants' prior service pursuant to a plan amendment or a plan initiation. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The amount of the transition obligation or asset recognized in net periodic benefit cost. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase in the fair value of plan assets from contributions made by the employer. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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An amount calculated as a basis for determining the extent of delayed recognition of the effects of changes in the fair value of assets. The expected return on plan assets is determined based on the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets and the market-related value of plan assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase in a defined benefit pension plan's projected benefit obligation or a defined benefit postretirement plan's accumulated postretirement benefit obligation due to the passage of time. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The total amount of net periodic benefit cost for defined benefit plans for the period. Periodic benefit costs include the following components: service cost, interest cost, expected return on plan assets, gain (loss), prior service cost or credit, transition asset or obligation, and gain (loss) due to settlements or curtailments. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The actuarial present value of benefits attributed by the pension benefit formula to services rendered by employees during the period. The portion of the expected postretirement benefit obligation attributed to employee service during the period. The service cost component is a portion of the benefit obligation and is unaffected by the funded status of the plan. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The increase (decrease) during the reporting period in the value of other assets that are created when regulatory agencies permits public utilities to defer costs to the balance sheet. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Contingencies: (Details) (GSWC, USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
1 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended |
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Jul. 31, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2014
customer
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Environmental Clean-Up and Remediation
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| Contingencies | ||
| Amount spent in clean-up and remediation activities | $ 4.3 | |
| Amount paid by the State of California Underground Storage Tank Fund for clean-up and remediation of plant facilities | 1.5 | |
| Accrued liability for the estimated additional cost to complete the clean-up at the site | 1.4 | |
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City of Claremont | Condemnation of Properties
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| Contingencies | ||
| Condemnation | $ 135.0 | |
| Number of customers served through water systems | 11,000 | |
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Ojai FLOW | Condemnation of Properties
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| Contingencies | ||
| Number of customers served through water systems | 3,000 | |
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City of Apple Valley [Member] | Condemnation of Properties
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| Contingencies | ||
| Number of customers served through water systems | 2,900 | |
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City of Artesia [Member] | Condemnation of Properties
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| Contingencies | ||
| Number of customers served through water systems | 3,300 |
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Represents the amount of environmental remediation costs paid by the third party. No definition available.
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Represents the number of customers served by the entity. No definition available.
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Potential amount of city bonds to be issued No definition available.
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Total costs accrued as of the balance sheet date for environmental loss contingencies. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The charge against earnings in the period for known or estimated future costs arising from requirements to perform environmental remediation activities. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Business Segments: (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||||||
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Sep. 30, 2013
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Dec. 31, 2013
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| Details of reportable segment | ||||||||
| Total operating revenues | $ 138,327 | $ 130,914 | $ 355,913 | $ 362,161 | ||||
| Operating income (loss) | 39,895 | 36,164 | 93,663 | 97,421 | ||||
| Interest expense, net | 5,295 | 5,667 | 16,465 | 16,886 | ||||
| Utility plant | 995,443 | 968,459 | 995,443 | 968,459 | 981,477 | |||
| Depreciation and amortization expense | 10,549 | 9,753 | 31,604 | 29,337 | [1] | |||
| Income tax expense (benefit) | 13,476 | 9,905 | 30,095 | 30,302 | ||||
| Capital additions | 18,094 | 27,870 | 53,714 | 69,059 | ||||
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GSWC
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| Details of reportable segment | ||||||||
| Number of reportable segments | 2 | |||||||
| Total operating revenues | 105,314 | 102,781 | 281,087 | 275,214 | ||||
| Operating income (loss) | 32,346 | 32,284 | 81,351 | 84,838 | ||||
| Utility plant | 990,589 | 990,589 | 977,294 | |||||
| Depreciation and amortization expense | 10,236 | 9,474 | 30,708 | 28,480 | ||||
| Income tax expense (benefit) | 11,019 | 10,251 | 26,507 | 27,557 | ||||
| Depreciation on transportation equipment | 201 | 214 | 698 | 682 | ||||
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AWR
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| Details of reportable segment | ||||||||
| Number of reportable segments | 3 | |||||||
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Reportable Legal Entities [Member] | GSWC | Water
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| Details of reportable segment | ||||||||
| Total operating revenues | 96,700 | 93,932 | 253,689 | 247,234 | ||||
| Operating income (loss) | 31,185 | 31,022 | 76,762 | 79,557 | ||||
| Interest expense, net | 4,976 | 5,297 | 15,415 | 15,699 | ||||
| Utility plant | 950,256 | 923,521 | 950,256 | 923,521 | ||||
| Depreciation and amortization expense | 9,643 | 8,900 | 28,840 | 26,739 | [1] | |||
| Income tax expense (benefit) | 10,749 | 9,812 | 25,081 | 25,574 | ||||
| Capital additions | 17,093 | 27,256 | 50,744 | 67,397 | ||||
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Reportable Legal Entities [Member] | GSWC | Electric
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| Details of reportable segment | ||||||||
| Total operating revenues | 8,614 | 8,849 | 27,398 | 27,980 | ||||
| Operating income (loss) | 1,161 | 1,262 | 4,589 | 5,281 | ||||
| Interest expense, net | 319 | 370 | 990 | 1,124 | ||||
| Utility plant | 40,333 | 40,904 | 40,333 | 40,904 | ||||
| Depreciation and amortization expense | 593 | 574 | 1,868 | 1,741 | [1] | |||
| Income tax expense (benefit) | 270 | 439 | 1,426 | 1,983 | ||||
| Capital additions | 726 | 546 | 1,406 | 1,426 | ||||
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Reportable Legal Entities [Member] | ASUS | Contracts
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| Details of reportable segment | ||||||||
| Total operating revenues | 33,013 | 28,133 | 74,826 | 86,947 | ||||
| Operating income (loss) | 7,549 | 3,882 | 12,358 | 12,592 | ||||
| Interest expense, net | 10 | (71) | 132 | 224 | ||||
| Utility plant | 4,854 | 4,034 | 4,854 | 4,034 | ||||
| Depreciation and amortization expense | 313 | 279 | 896 | 857 | [1] | |||
| Income tax expense (benefit) | 2,857 | 1,343 | 4,603 | 4,637 | ||||
| Capital additions | 275 | 68 | 1,564 | 236 | ||||
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Intersegment Eliminations | AWR
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| Details of reportable segment | ||||||||
| Total operating revenues | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Operating income (loss) | 0 | (2) | (46) | (9) | ||||
| Interest expense, net | (10) | (71) | (72) | (161) | ||||
| Utility plant | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Depreciation and amortization expense | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | [1] | |||
| Income tax expense (benefit) | (400) | (1,689) | (1,015) | (1,892) | ||||
| Capital additions | $ 0 | $ 0 | $ 0 | |||||
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The amount of expense recognized in the current period that reflects the allocation of the cost of transportation equipment over the assets' useful lives. No definition available.
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The aggregate expense recognized in the current period that allocates the cost of tangible assets, intangible assets, or depleting assets to periods that benefit from use of the assets. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount of current income tax expense (benefit) and deferred income tax expense (benefit) pertaining to continuing operations. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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The net amount of nonoperating interest income (expense). No definition available.
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Number of segments reported by the entity. A reportable segment is a component of an entity for which there is an accounting requirement to report separate financial information on that component in the entity's financial statements. No definition available.
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The net result for the period of deducting operating expenses from operating revenues. No definition available.
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Amount of acquisition of long-lived, physical assets used in the normal conduct of business and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, furniture and fixtures, and computer equipment. No definition available.
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Amount after accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization of physical assets used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, and furniture and fixtures. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Total revenue from sale of goods and services rendered during the reporting period, in the normal course of business, reduced by sales returns and allowances, and sales discounts. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Business Segments: (Details 2) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
Sep. 30, 2014
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Dec. 31, 2013
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Sep. 30, 2013
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| Details of reportable segment | |||
| Total utility plant | $ 995,443 | $ 981,477 | $ 968,459 |
| Other assets | 330,672 | 382,594 | |
| Total Assets | 1,326,115 | 1,310,183 | 1,351,053 |
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GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
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| Details of reportable segment | |||
| Total utility plant | 990,589 | 977,294 | |
| Total Assets | $ 1,216,489 | $ 1,233,381 |
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets except utility plant that are recognized. No definition available.
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Sum of the carrying amounts as of the balance sheet date of all assets that are recognized. Assets are probable future economic benefits obtained or controlled by an entity as a result of past transactions or events. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Amount after accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization of physical assets used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, and furniture and fixtures. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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Military Privatization Military Privatization (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
9 Months Ended | |||
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Sep. 30, 2014
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Dec. 31, 2013
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Sep. 30, 2014
ASUS
Contracts
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Sep. 30, 2014
ASUS
Contracts
Reportable Legal Entities [Member]
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| Period of Fixed Price Contracts to Operate and Maintain Water Systems at Various Military Bases | 50 years | |||
| Contracted services | $ 2,600 | |||
| Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on uncompleted contracts | $ 15,699 | $ 6,852 | $ 6,000 | |
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Represents the period of fixed price contracts to operate and maintain the water and/or wastewater systems at various military bases. No definition available.
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Revenue Recognition, Retrospective Rate-Setting Systems, Amount No definition available.
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- Definition
Liability attributable to (i) billings in excess of costs under the percentage of completion contract accounting method representing the difference between contractually invoiced amounts (billings) and revenue recognized based, for example, on costs incurred to estimated total costs at period end or (ii) contractually invoiced amounts (billings) in excess of costs incurred and accumulated under the completed contract accounting method that are expected to be realized within one year or one operating cycle, whichever is longer, from the reporting date. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/presentationRef
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