Statements of Changes in Equity and Comprehensive Income (ENTERGY LOUISIANA, LLC) (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2011	Sep. 30, 2010
Other comprehensive income, defined benefit plans, tax	$ 4,704	$ 4,777
Entergy Louisiana | Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Other comprehensive income, defined benefit plans, tax	1,097	1,132
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Other comprehensive income, defined benefit plans, tax	4,704	4,777
Entergy Louisiana
Other comprehensive income, defined benefit plans, tax	$ 1,097	$ 1,132