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BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Revenue Reimbursement) (Details)

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BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES BASIS OF PRESENTATION AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Revenue Reimbursement) (Details) (U.S. Iron Ore [Member], USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Reimbursement Revenue $ 259.5 $ 250.8 $ 224.3
Freight Revenue [Member]
     
Reimbursement Revenue 177.3 142.0 128.4
Co-venturer [Member]
     
Reimbursement Revenue $ 82.2 $ 108.8 $ 95.9