Selected Components of Working Capital - Other Current Assets Table (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023
NGLs inventory	$ 2,650	$ 2,557
Imbalance receivables	8,125	5,056
Prepaid insurance	15,707	21,065
Contract assets	8,708	9,595
Other	15,560	14,713
Total other current assets	50,750	52,986
WES Operating [Member]
NGLs inventory	2,650	2,557
Imbalance receivables	8,125	5,056
Prepaid insurance	13,904	18,571
Contract assets	8,708	9,595
Other	15,501	14,689
Total other current assets	$ 48,888	$ 50,468