Derivative Financial Instruments (Narratives) (Details)	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2016
Commodity Derivatives Authorization [Abstract]
Commodity Derivatives Board Authorization	50.00%

Per the Company's hedging policy, the percentage of forecast production that is hedged and requires Board authorization.

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