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Commitments And Contingencies (Class Action Complaint) (Detail) (Pacific Gas And Electric Company [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
 9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2013
Pacific Gas And Electric Company [Member]
  
Long-term Purchase Commitment [Line Items]  
Alleged utility collection 1997 to 2010 $ 100