Not sure if you all knew this, but the Dragon has been closed for a few weeks now, rock slide.) The earliest re-open is March 26 so far. Who really knows, but you better check before you head that way.
Also, River Road from Gatlinburg to Townsend is also closed, rock slide. Most likely will remain closed for awhile. I dont know where they are at on clearing this one. It happened March 18th.
I-40 as you know has been closed awhile.
Cades Cove will be closed until May for repaving.
Thanks for the info on these roads. Due to taking a side trip on the way to the super celebration, I have to figure out how to get from Pendleton SC to Townsend, TN using roads that are suitable for an RV towing a trailer. Any suggestions from local SC guys? The map programs offer numerous routes but I know there are lots of mountains and don't want to end up on a road with hairpin turns and 10mph speed limit signs. Thanks for any help you can give.