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Condensed Parent Company Financial Statements (Details 6) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Financial Instruments    
Long-term debt including current portion, carrying value $ 4,772.9 $ 4,541.4
Long-term debt including current portion, fair value 5,447.3 5,179.9
Carrying Amount [Member] | Wisconsin Energy Corporation [Member]
   
Financial Instruments    
Long-term debt including current portion, carrying value 700.0 700.0
Fair Value [Member] | Wisconsin Energy Corporation [Member]
   
Financial Instruments    
Long-term debt including current portion, fair value $ 805.9 $ 750.8