NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS (Details 3) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Noncontrolling Interest
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest	$ 157,721	$ 135,158	$ 172,200
Affiliate (SGP)
Noncontrolling Interest
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest	56	48	61
Non-Affiliates (ARLP'S Non-Affiliate Limited Partners)
Noncontrolling Interest
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest	$ 157,665	$ 135,110	$ 172,139