National Steel Corporation , a member of the Southern Wayne County Chamber of Commerce , donated the 18-acre site located approximately 150 feet from the John Dingell Park in Ecorse .
Mud Island is a haven for wildlife including the canvasback and scaup ducks.
National Steel donation will benefit and protect migratory birds and fish on the Island and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service intend to examine lake sturgeon utilization of the area. The city owns the vacant land located between Osage and Norwood, and plans to rezone the property for 10 lots ranging in size to 60 by 220 feet. City officials are looking at developing the land due in part to the proposed Linked Greenways Project that will link community walkways, parks and greenways in 21 communities. A study done several years ago found that the property would be more desirable with a park like setting. The Parks and Recreation Commission has OK d the plan and the proposal is being addressed by the City Council.