| Component: (Network and Table) | |
|---|---|
| Network | 034 - Disclosure - Note 5 - Accrued Liabilities - Accrued Liabilities (Details) (http://www.cadizinc.com/20161231/role/statement-note-5-accrued-liabilities-accrued-liabilities-details) |
| Table | Statement [Table] |
| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0000727273 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
| Scenario [Axis] | Scenario, Unspecified [Domain] |
| Statement [Line Items] | Period [Axis] | |
|---|---|---|
2016-12-31 | 2015-12-31 | |
Payroll, bonus, and benefits | ||
Legal and consulting | ||
Stock-based compensation | ||
Estimated Litigation Liability, Current | ||
Other accrued expenses | ||
Total accrued liabilities | 3,953,000 | 1,665,000 |