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Derivative Instruments - Realized and unrealized gains and (losses) on derivative instruments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Thousands
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2016
Jun. 30, 2015
Jun. 30, 2016
Jun. 30, 2015
Dec. 31, 2015
Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Condensed Statement of Revenues and Expenses or Balance Sheet          
Total unrealized gains (losses) $ (14,256)   $ (14,256)   $ (48,763)
Natural gas swaps | Regulatory liability          
Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Condensed Statement of Revenues and Expenses or Balance Sheet          
Unrealized gains on derivatives 2,645   2,645    
Natural gas swaps | Regulatory asset          
Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Condensed Statement of Revenues and Expenses or Balance Sheet          
Unrealized losses on derivatives         (22,848)
Natural gas swaps | Fuel          
Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Condensed Statement of Revenues and Expenses or Balance Sheet          
Gains 7 $ 956 18 $ 1,236  
Losses (8,111)   (12,339)    
Total gains (losses) on derivatives (8,104) $ 956 (12,321) $ 1,236  
Interest rate options | Regulatory asset          
Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Condensed Statement of Revenues and Expenses or Balance Sheet          
Unrealized losses on derivatives $ (16,901)   $ (16,901)   $ (25,915)