Commitments and Contingencies - Gross Held-to-Maturity Investments (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2014
Held-to-maturity Securities [Abstract]  
Amortized Cost $ 69,954
Less: Outside working interest owners share (65,222)
U.S. Bank Money Market Cash Equivalent [Member]  
Held-to-maturity Securities [Abstract]  
Amortized Cost $ 135,176