| Document and Entity Information | Dec. 02, 2021 |
| Cover [Abstract] | |
| Amendment Flag | false |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0001591763 |
| Document Type | 8-K |
| Document Period End Date | Dec. 2, 2021 |
| Entity Registrant Name | ENABLE MIDSTREAM PARTNERS, LP |
| Entity Incorporation State Country Code | DE |
| Entity File Number | 1-36413 |
| Entity Tax Identification Number | 72-1252419 |
| Entity Address, Address Line One | 499 West Sheridan Avenue |
| Entity Address, Address Line Two | Suite 1500 |
| Entity Address, City or Town | Oklahoma City |
| Entity Address, State or Province | OK |
| Entity Address, Postal Zip Code | 72102 |
| City Area Code | 405 |
| Local Phone Number | 525-7788 |
| Written Communications | false |
| Soliciting Material | false |
| Pre Commencement Tender Offer | false |
| Pre Commencement Issuer Tender Offer | false |
| Security 12b Title | Common Units Representing Limited Partner Interests |
| Trading Symbol | ENBL |
| Security Exchange Name | NYSE |
| Entity Emerging Growth Company | false |
